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20 Southeast Asian Fish Recipes

Explore 20 southeast asian fish recipes, featuring Indonesian, Filipino, Vietnamese, and more. Start with Asam Padeh Ikan (Minangkabau Tangy Spicy Fish Stew), try Coconut Ginger Braised Fish Fillets (Ginataang Isda), or browse the full selection below. Each dish includes its own photo and links to the complete ingredients, cooking times, and step-by-step method. Choose halal-certified ingredients where needed.

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These are existing recipes published on Cooking Culmination, selected by their recipe details. Choose a dish to see its ingredients, timing, and step-by-step method. Check product labels and halal certification for meat, stock, sauces, and other packaged ingredients.

  1. Recipe cover: Asam Padeh Ikan (Minangkabau Tangy Spicy Fish Stew)

    Recipe 1 · Indonesian

    Asam Padeh Ikan (Minangkabau Tangy Spicy Fish Stew)

    A refreshing Sumatran red fish stew simmered without oil or coconut milk, relying on tamarind, galangal, and chilies for a clean, sour-spicy kick.

    35 min · intermediate

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  2. Recipe cover: Coconut Ginger Braised Fish Fillets (Ginataang Isda)

    Recipe 2 · Filipino

    Coconut Ginger Braised Fish Fillets (Ginataang Isda)

    Tender white fish fillets poached in a fragrant coconut milk sauce infused with ginger, garlic, and fresh baby spinach.

    30 min · beginner

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  3. Recipe cover: Hanoi Turmeric Fish With Fresh Dill

    Recipe 3 · Vietnamese

    Hanoi Turmeric Fish With Fresh Dill

    A northern classic featuring firm fish fillets marinated in earthy turmeric and ginger, pan-seared with generous piles of fragrant fresh dill and scallions.

    30 min · beginner

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  4. Recipe cover: Ikan Goreng Cili Garam

    Recipe 4 · Malaysian

    Ikan Goreng Cili Garam

    Golden turmeric-crusted fish fillets topped with a fiery, aromatic relish of fresh bird's eye chilies, shallots, and calamansi lime.

    30 min · beginner

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  5. Recipe cover: Northern Thai Coconut Curry Noodles

    Recipe 5 · Thai-inspired

    Northern Thai Coconut Curry Noodles

    Rich egg noodles served in a fragrant coconut curry broth with chicken, garnished with crispy noodles, crisp shallots, and fresh lime.

    45 min · intermediate

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  6. Recipe cover: Northern Thai Minced Beef Salad (Larb Neua)

    Recipe 6 · Thai

    Northern Thai Minced Beef Salad (Larb Neua)

    A tangy, herbaceous minced beef salad from Northern Thailand featuring toasted rice powder, fresh mint, lime, and crushed dried chili.

    25 min · intermediate

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  7. Recipe cover: Ikan Bakar Jimbaran (Balinese Sweet-Spicy Glazed Fish)

    Recipe 7 · Indonesian

    Ikan Bakar Jimbaran (Balinese Sweet-Spicy Glazed Fish)

    Balinese coastal grilled fish fillets coated in a caramelized garlic-tamarind sweet soy glaze.

    27 min · intermediate

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  8. Recipe cover: Filipino Beef Kare-Kare In Savory Peanut Sauce

    Recipe 8 · Filipino

    Filipino Beef Kare-Kare In Savory Peanut Sauce

    A comforting, iconic Filipino braise featuring tender halal beef stewed in a rich, golden peanut sauce accented with annatto, paired with eggplant, green beans, and fresh bok choy.

    75 min · intermediate

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  9. Recipe cover: Mekong Delta Tamarind Fish Soup

    Recipe 9 · Vietnamese

    Mekong Delta Tamarind Fish Soup

    A refreshing sweet-and-sour Southern Vietnamese soup featuring white fish fillets, pineapple, tomato, and fresh herb garnishes.

    35 min · beginner

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  10. Recipe cover: Kerabu Mangga Udang

    Recipe 10 · Malaysian

    Kerabu Mangga Udang

    A refreshingly crisp Malaysian salad of shredded green mango, juicy poached shrimp, toasted coconut flakes, and tangy lime dressing.

    25 min · beginner

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  11. Recipe cover: Thai Coconut Tamarind Chicken Soup

    Recipe 11 · Thai-inspired

    Thai Coconut Tamarind Chicken Soup

    A comforting, fragrant soup featuring tender chicken cooked in a creamy coconut broth spiced with lemongrass, galangal, tamarind, and lime.

    35 min · beginner

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  12. Recipe cover: Southern Thai Dry Spiced Beef Curry

    Recipe 12 · Thai

    Southern Thai Dry Spiced Beef Curry

    Known as Kua Kling, this bold Southern Thai specialty features ground beef dry-stir-fried in fragrant curry paste and finely shredded kaffir lime leaves without coconut milk.

    30 min · intermediate

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  13. Recipe cover: Nasi Liwet Sunda (Sundanese Spiced Salted Fish And Coconut Rice)

    Recipe 13 · Indonesian

    Nasi Liwet Sunda (Sundanese Spiced Salted Fish And Coconut Rice)

    A fragrant Sundanese one-pot rice meal simmered in light coconut broth with lemongrass, lime leaves, and crispy fried salted anchovies.

    35 min · beginner

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  14. Recipe cover: Filipino Chicken Afritada Stew

    Recipe 14 · Filipino

    Filipino Chicken Afritada Stew

    A comforting weekday chicken stew simmered with potatoes, carrots, and bell peppers in a seasoned savory tomato sauce.

    50 min · intermediate

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  15. Recipe cover: Sài Gòn Garlic Butter Clams With Lemongrass

    Recipe 15 · Vietnamese

    Sài Gòn Garlic Butter Clams With Lemongrass

    Fresh clams quickly tossed in a glossy sauce of golden garlic, sweet butter, minced lemongrass, and fresh herbs.

    25 min · beginner

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  16. Recipe cover: Laksa Johor

    Recipe 16 · Malaysian

    Laksa Johor

    A iconic southern Malaysian dish featuring spaghetti coated in a thick, fragrant coconut and spiced fish gravy, finished with toasted coconut paste.

    55 min · intermediate

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  17. Recipe cover: Thai Steamed Lime And Garlic Fish Fillets

    Recipe 17 · Thai-inspired

    Thai Steamed Lime And Garlic Fish Fillets

    Delicate white fish fillets gently steamed and topped with a fiery, tangy sauce of fresh lime juice, garlic, chilies, and cilantro.

    25 min · intermediate

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  18. Recipe cover: Southern Thai Turmeric Fried Fish

    Recipe 18 · Thai

    Southern Thai Turmeric Fried Fish

    Crispy, golden pan-fried white fish fillets steeped in aromatic fresh turmeric and garlic paste, topped with crunchy toasted garlic bits.

    25 min · beginner

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  19. Recipe cover: Pepes Ikan Kemangi (Herb-Steamed Spiced Fish Foil Packets)

    Recipe 19 · Indonesian

    Pepes Ikan Kemangi (Herb-Steamed Spiced Fish Foil Packets)

    Flaky white fish marinated in a vibrant turmeric-tamarind paste, wrapped with fresh basil leaves, and gently cooked inside foil packets for maximum succulence.

    45 min · intermediate

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  20. Recipe cover: Filipino Coconut Squash And Shrimp Stew

    Recipe 20 · Filipino

    Filipino Coconut Squash And Shrimp Stew

    A lush, classic home-cooked stew featuring sweet kabocha squash, crisp green beans, and juicy shrimp simmered in savory garlic-ginger coconut cream.

    40 min · beginner

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