Step 1

Clean the fish and make slits on each side of the fish´s backbone to open up pockets on the back. Rub salt and pepper all over the fish.

Step 2

Place all sambal spices in a food processor. Blend ingredients into a paste. Remove from the food processor and add seasoning to combine. Heat oil in a nonstick saucepan and sauté the spice paste until fragrant. Dish out and leave to cool.

Step 3

Stuff the paste mixture into the pockets on both sides of the fish.

Step 4

Heat enough oil in a wok until hot, fry the fish until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 5

Dish out and serve at once.