Pallu Basa Recipe (Makassar Fish Soup)

Introduction:
Pallu Basa is a traditional fish soup dish that comes from Makassar, South Sulawesi. It is made with a variety of fresh fish and spices that create a rich and flavorful broth. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make Pallu Basa at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb of fish (such as snapper or barramundi), cut into pieces
- 1 lb of fish heads and bones
- 1/2 cup of rice flour
- 2 tbsp of cooking oil
- 2 stalks of lemongrass, bruised
- 4 kaffir lime leaves
- 1 inch of ginger, grated
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tsp of coriander powder
- 2 tsp of cumin powder
- 1 tsp of turmeric powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Sambal, to serve (optional)
- Lime wedges, to serve (optional)
- Fried shallots, to serve (optional)
Instructions:
In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil.
- Add the fish heads and bones to the pot and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they have released their flavors into the broth.
- Remove the fish heads and bones from the pot and set them aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the rice flour with 1/2 cup of water until it forms a smooth paste.
- Add the rice flour paste to the pot and stir to combine with the broth.
- In a separate pan, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.
- Add the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, ginger, and garlic to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, salt, and pepper to the pan and stir to combine.
- Add the spice mixture to the pot with the broth and stir to combine.
- Add the fish pieces to the pot and let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
- Serve the Pallu Basa hot, topped with sambal, lime wedges, and fried shallots if desired.
Conclusion:
Pallu Basa is a delicious and comforting fish soup that is perfect for a chilly evening. With this recipe, you can recreate the flavors of Makassar at home. Give it a try and let us know how it turned out!
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