How to Cook Bangus Bicol Express

By Panlasang Pinoy · 45 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Cut the bangus into serving pieces and sprinkle salt over them. Let them stand for 3 minutes.
2. Heat cooking oil in a pan.
3. Dredge the fish pieces in flour, using as little as possible to coat them lightly.
4. Fry the bangus for 3 minutes per side, then remove and set aside.
5. Keep 3 tablespoons of oil in the pan and sauté the onion for up to 1 minute.
6. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, then add the ginger and keep sautéing until the onion softens.
7. Add the shrimp paste and cook for 30 seconds.
8. Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer, cover and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
9. Add the chili peppers and season with black pepper.
10. Return the fried bangus to the pan and cook for no more than 2½ minutes.
11. Transfer to a serving plate and serve with rice.

Summarized from Panlasang Pinoy's video. Watch it for the details.

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