Sambal Tumis Ikan Bilis

Sambal Ikan Bilis

Ingredients

100 gm ikan bilis - soak and wash nicely

1 big onion - sliced

1 tblsp belacan ( shrimp paste)

3 pcs candlenut - finely pounded

1 tsp tamaring paste

1 1/2 tblsp sugar

1 tbsp coconut milk

 Salt to taste

Chili Paste

6- 8 dried chili   )

2 red chillies      ) blend together

1 small onion    )

1 garlic             )

Preparations:

1)Lightly fried the anchovies untill half cooked , set aside

2) Remove the oil and just leave about 2 tblsp in the wok

3) Saute onion and garlic till brown

4) Add blended chili, reduce the fire and let it cook for about 10 minutes

5) Add water if its too dry, add in shrimp paste, candlenut, tamarind paster, salt and sugar. Stir well

6) Add anchovies, big onion and coconut milk for another 3 minutes