Gourmet Milkfish

Name: Gourmet Milkfish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Cuisine: European, Mediterranean, Spanish
Ingredients: 1cup of garlic cloves: Fresh garlic cloves add a delightful aroma and flavor to the dish.; 1 tablespoon peppercorns; 1/2 cup dried bay leaves; Salt: 1 tablespoon of salt Enhances the overall taste of the 1 kilo of milkfish.; 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce; - 1 teaspoon brown sugar (Optional, for a touch of sweetness); 1 cup green olives; 1 Large carrots peeled and sliced; cane vinegar (Optional): 1 teaspoon of cane vinegar can add balance of flavors to the dish.; Fresh milkfish: Look for 1 Kilo of plump, fresh milkfish from a reputable source.; red chillies, Optional, but if you enjoy a hint of spiciness, this can be added for a subtle kick.; green chillies, Optional, but if you enjoy a hint of spiciness, this can be added for a subtle kick.; 3 cups olive oil: Choose a good-quality extra virgin olive oil for cooking and preserving the milkfish.; 1 cup of water

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Prep:15minCook:1h

Spanish-style milkfish, also known as "bangus al estilo español," is a delectable dish that combines the flavors of the Philippines with Spanish influences. It has a delightful tangy and savory taste, creating a harmonious blend of flavors is often served with steamed rice, that creates a taste sensation that will leave you craving for more. And it is really enjoyed as a hearty main course or shared as part of a communal meal. Its distinctive flavors and textures make it a memorable dish and just entices food lovers to embark on a delightful gastronomic journey.

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:45:39 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Low

Nutrition per serving

Calories8057.1 kcal (403%)

Total Fat770.1 g (1100%)

Carbs95.2 g (37%)

Sugars4.4 g (5%)

Protein219.5 g (439%)

Sodium9267.8 mg (463%)

Fiber21.7 g (77%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

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1 cupgarlic cloves

Fresh garlic cloves add a delightful aroma and flavor to the dish

1 tablespoonpeppercorns

½ cupdried bay leaves

1 tablespoonsalt

Enhances the overall taste of the 1 kilo of milkfish

1 tablespoonoyster sauce

1 teaspoonbrown sugar

Optional, for a touch of sweetness

1 cupgreen olives

1carrots

Large, peeled and sliced

1 teaspooncane vinegar

Optional, cane vinegar, can add balance of flavors to the dish

1 Kilomilkfish

Fresh, plump, fresh milkfish from a reputable source

red chillies

Optional, but if you enjoy a hint of spiciness, this can be added for a subtle kick

green chillies

Optional, but if you enjoy a hint of spiciness, this can be added for a subtle kick

3 cupsolive oil

Choose a good-quality extra virgin olive oil for cooking and preserving the milkfish

1 cupwater

Instructions

Step 1

Prepare the milkfish. Start by cleaning and gutting. Rinse it well under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Make your desired cuts of the fish.

Step 2

2. Prepare the brine solution. In a bowl, combine 1 liter of water and 1/2 cup of salt. Let the bangus soak for 30 minutes.

Step 3

Use a regular pot or a pressure cooker. Place all remaining ingredients in 2 layers. Cover the pot or the pressure cooker and allow to cook for an hour in low heat.

Step 4

Once cooked, transfer the Spanish-style milkfish to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro, and squeeze some fresh lemon or calamansi juice over the fish for an extra citrusy kick and serve alongside steamed rice. Or you may preserve it by storing into a sterilized jars.

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