Otak-otak (lit. brains in Malay and Indonesian; Thai: โอตัก-โอตัก) is a Southeast Asian fish cake made of ground fish mixed with spices and wrapped in leaf parcels. Otak-otak is traditionally served steamed or grilled, encased within the leaf parcel it is cooked in, and can be eaten solely as a snack or with steamed rice as part of a meal.

Feb 12, 2025 · Otak-otak (sometimes spelled otah-otah) is a savory blend of fish, spices, and coconut milk, traditionally steamed or grilled in banana leaves. The version we’re making today is a Singapore and Malaysian version.

Otak-otak is made of grilled fish paste which is blended together with a variety of spices such as lemongrass, chillies and turmeric. While there are many varieties throughout Southeast Asia, this recipe resembles those found in Muar, Johor.

Oct 1, 2020 · Otak-Otak (Steamed Fish Custard) is a delicious Nyonya dish of fish infused with a creamy and spicy coconut based custard and aromatic herbs.

Jun 8, 2020 · Otak-otak is a classic Nyonya delicacy of steamed fish custard infused with aromatic herbs and spices, wrapped with banana leaves or betel leaves

May 12, 2023 · Otak Otak (or otah) is a blend of fish paste and spice paste, traditionally wrapped in banana leaves, and grilled over a charcoal fire until a smoky aroma emanates. While there are different renditions of otak otak, it is considered to be of Malay and Peranakan origins.

Jun 29, 2021 · Otak otak or sometimes called otah otah or grilled fish cake in banana leaves has this amazing flavor of homemade fish paste grilled in banana leaves and served with tamarind peanut sauce.

Jul 19, 2017 · Otak-Otak is a Southeast Asian delicacy, popular in countries like Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore. It is a flavorful dish made of fish paste mixed with spices, herbs, and coconut milk, then wrapped in banana leaves and grilled or steamed.

Otak-Otak consists of groundfish seasoned with various spices and wrapped in banana leaves before being grilled. This dish is commonly served in Southeast Asia, such as in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore.

Otak-Otak is a Southeast Asian snack, usually associated with Indonesia and Malaysia. The main ingredient of the dish is ground fish paste. Ikan tenggiri (wahoo) is most commonly used in Indonesia, while mackerel is the most popular choice in Malaysia. Also, bandeng (milkfish) and ikan belida (featherback fish) may also be used.