Fish, a favorite among readers

November 19, 2009 • Hello. I am currently out of the country and unable to respond to comments and e-mails. Rest assured, however, that future posts have been scheduled so new recipes will go live almost everyday during my absence. I'll be back soon with lots of stories and photos. Ciao for now! ~ Connie

Based on the response of readers who have sent their contributions to the Pinoy Cook readers’ gallery, fish, it appears, is one of the most popular recipes in this blog. And the simpler the preparation involved, the better. Makes sense. Fish, to be properly appreciated, must not be over handled nor overcooked. Neither must it be drowned in too much seasoning. Each variety of fish has its distinct flavor and texture and a good cook strives to preserve yet enhance both while, at the same time, utilizing the right herbs and spices to get rid of the strong fishy smell that can detract from the quality of the cooked dish. Take steamed fish, for instance. Simple to prepare but without the proper accessories, it will be too plain and boring. What to do with steamed fish? Dexie Wharton and Abbi Tolentino made some wonderful variations of my steamed fish with oyster sauce recipe.

Steamed fish

Abbi says of her steamed fish dish (above): “I cooked this recipe last noche buena with my parents in-law. I so appreciate the commendation that I got from them. They said that the recipe was so unique. The combination of the oyster sauce and sesame oil on the fish is just fabulous. I made some tweak again. Instead of using cilantro, I replaced it with kinchay… I mixed the kinchay, garlic and ginger together then I placed them inside the head and stomach of tilapia before placing in a foil and putting again the kinchay, garlic and ginger mixture on top.”

Steamed milkfish with tomatoes and chili garlic sauce

Dexie, the feisty cook, steamed a whole bangus (milkfish) with tomatoes and chili garlic sauce. The belly fat makes me drool.

bangus steak

Finally, above, Abbi’s version of bangus steak.

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2 Responses to “Fish, a favorite among readers”
  1. Dexie says:
    January 27, 2009 at 3:40 am

    awwww, my picture is in Pinoy Cook. I’m so flattered. thanks Connie :)

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  2. Connie says:
    January 29, 2009 at 9:27 am

    You’re welcome, Dexie. I love how the belly fat shows in your pic LOL Yummy!

    Reply
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