Fish Pochero
Filipino fish pochero recipe
Instructions
Clean the round fish, scaling and removing the guts. Score both sides with diagonal cuts about 1 inch apart.
Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the garlic and onions until softened.
Add the diced tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 2 minutes. Pour in enough water to submerge the fish.
Season with fish sauce, add bay leaves, and pour in the cooking wine. Bring to a boil.
Gently place the fish into the pot. Reduce heat and simmer for 8 minutes. Add the sliced potatoes and cook for 10 more minutes.
Add the green beans and simmer for 5 more minutes until all vegetables are tender and the fish is cooked through.
Season with black pepper and a splash of calamansi or vinegar. Serve hot directly from the pot with steamed rice.