Paksiw na Bangus
Bangus Paksiw is a Filipino fish stew made of milkfish, vinegar, and spices. It's a hearty, tasty, and budget-friendly meal that's perfect with steamed rice.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time25 mins
Course: Main Entree
Cuisine: Filipino
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 154kcal
- 1 large milkfish
- 1 large eggplant, cut into 1-inch thick wedges
- 1 onion, peeled and sliced thinly
- 4 garlic, peeled and pounded
- 1 thumb-size ginger, sliced into thirds and pounded
- 1/2 cup vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 3 finger chili peppers
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon canola oil
Clean and gut the fish, leaving scales intact. Cut into serving parts.
In a wide pot combine fish, eggplant, onion, garlic, ginger, vinegar, water, finger chili peppers, salt, and peppercorns.
Cover and let simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes or until fish is cooked and liquid is reduced.
Drizzle oil on top and stir gently to combine. Serve hot.
Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 1037mg | Potassium: 594mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 33IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg