Rinse ikan bilis with water. I don't usually pick the heads or stomach. Soup will taste great still!
Smash garlic clove.
Peel onion and chop into 1 inch pieces
Cooking
Heat the pot thoroughly.
Add ikan bilis to heated pot. This helps to dry the ikan bilis slightly to reduce splatter when oil is added.
Add in oil, garlic, ginger and onion.
Saute all ingredients until fragrant. DO NOT brown the ikan bilis as it will add bitterness to the soup.
Add 3L of water and bring it to a rolling boil.
Simmer on low for at least 1 hour.
Notes
Freeze stock in 2-cup silicone freezer tray to make defrosting and future meal prep a breeze. Use in 3 months for best flavour and quality. Pairs well with