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Inihaw na Bangus (Grilled Milkfish)

Inihaw na Bangus (Grilled Milkfish)

Milkfish stuffed with tomato and onions and grilled to perfection. This dish is best when served with a dipping sauce composed of soy sauce and lemon or calamansi. Enjoy it with warm white rice.

⏱ Prep: 10 min ⏱ Cook: 20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 piece milkfish (bangus, with scales but guts removed)
  • 1 piece tomato (ripe, diced)
  • 1 piece red onion (diced)
  • 1 piece lemon (or 3 pieces calamansi (optional))
  • 1 tbsp ginger (minced)
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1.5 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash the milk fish. Pat it dry using a paper towel.

  2. Open the incision and then rub the salt on the inside of the dish. The fish should have an incision either above or below the belly area.

  3. Meanwhile, combine tomato, onion, and ginger in a large bowl. Squeeze some lemon juice in and add the ground black pepper. Gently stir.

  4. Stuff the mixture inside the milkfish.

  5. Grill the fish in medium heat for about 10 to 12 minutes per side.

  6. Serve with toyomansi and steamed rice.

  7. Share and enjoy!