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Milkfish Dish: Discover Delicious Recipes and Cooking Tips

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This traditional Filipino dish features marinated milkfish (bangus) infused with vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, resulting in a flavorful and aromatic meal. Cooked to a golden brown and served with steamed rice, it’s a delightful combination of tangy and savory flavors that will satisfy your taste buds.

Ingredients

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  • 1 whole milkfish (bangus), cleaned and scaled (about 1.5 to 2 pounds)
  • 1 cup vinegar (preferably cane vinegar)
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2–3 green chilies, slit lengthwise (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 tablespoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (like cilantro or green onions)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, and salt. Mix well until the salt is dissolved.
  2. Add the sliced onion and black peppercorns to the marinade. Stir to combine.
  3. Place the cleaned milkfish in a large dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the fish, ensuring it is well-coated. If using a bag, seal it tightly and massage the marinade into the fish.
  4. Let the fish marinate for at least 30 minutes. For best results, marinate for 2-4 hours in the refrigerator.
  5. Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
  6. Carefully remove the milkfish from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Reserve the marinade for later use.
  7. Place the milkfish in the hot skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on one side until it’s golden brown and crispy.
  8. Gently flip the fish using a spatula and cook the other side for another 5-7 minutes until it’s equally golden brown.
  9. Pour the reserved marinade over the fish in the skillet. Add the slit green chilies and water. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  10. Cover the skillet and let it cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  11. Carefully transfer the cooked milkfish to a serving platter.
  12. Drizzle some of the sauce from the skillet over the fish.
  13. Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or chopped green onions.
  14. Serve hot with steamed rice and your favorite side dishes.

Notes

  • Ensure the milkfish is cleaned thoroughly for the best taste.
  • Adjust the spiciness by modifying the number of green chilies.
  • For extra crispy skin, lightly dust the fish with flour before frying.
  • Feel free to experiment with additional spices or herbs in the marinade.

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