Fish Crackers

Fish crackers are a type of traditional Indonesian cracker made from fish, usually finely ground fish, mixed with tapioca flour, spices, and other ingredients. After the mixture is well mixed, the crackers are then shaped and fried until dry and crispy. Fish crackers often have a distinctive savory taste, depending on the type of fish used, as well as the accompanying spices.

The process of making fish crackers starts with selecting fresh fish, which is then cleaned and mashed. Common fish used to make fish crackers include mackerel, mullet, or any other fish that has sufficiently dense meat. The mashed fish is then mixed with tapioca flour and additional ingredients such as onions, salt, and other seasonings, then shaped into flattened or small balls. After that, these crackers are fried until the color is golden and the texture becomes crispy.