Best Fish for Steak-Style Cooking in Bali: Local Alternatives to Salmon
Salmon is often considered the gold standard for steak-style fish cooking, but in Bali and across Indonesia, local waters offer an impressive range of fish that perform just as well if not better when grilled, pan-seared, or broiled into thick, satisfying steaks. These species are deeply rooted in Indonesian food culture, frequently prepared as ikan bakar or simply grilled with sea salt and citrus, allowing their natural flavours to shine. From a culinary science perspective, the secret to a successful fish steak lies in choosing species with firm, slightly oily flesh that can withstand high heat without drying out. When paired with aromatic local ingredients such as lemongrass, galangal, turmeric, […]