Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Pasko Paksiw na Isda




This dish is so easy to cook, you’ll be done before you could even say “Pasko Paksiw!”
Ingredients?! What ingredients?
·             2 pieces large Bangus (can also use any kinds of fish), cut into three parts
·             1 medium-sized onion, quartered
·             5 cloves garlic, crushed
·             2 pieces long green pepper (siling haba), sliced diagonally
·             2 pieces dried Bay leaves (dahon ng laurel)
·             1 small piece ginger, sliced
·             2 cups vinegar
·             1 cup water
·             salt and pepper to taste
I’m staaaarving, tell me how, NOW!
·             Wash the fish thoroughly with water.
·             In a large cooking pot, place the garlic, onion and ginger at the bottom.
·             Then, arrange the fish, green pepper and bay leaves on top.
·             Pour the vinegar and water. Season with salt and pepper.
·             Cover the pot and bring to a simmer for 20 minutes or until the fish is cooked.
Ready, Set, PAKALS! :)
Level up! Paksiw is best served a day after, when the flavor has seeped into the fish.
You can also add eggplant and bitter gourd (ampalaya) for a more filling meal!