Crispy Fried Bangus
Experience the irresistible crunch and bold flavors of Crispy Fried Bangus, a Filipino classic that transforms butterflied milkfish into a golden-brown masterpiece. This recipe highlights a simple yet flavorful marinade of vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper, infusing the fish with a tangy, aromatic punch before it's fried to perfection. The marination process ensures each bite is tender and flavorful, while the frying method delivers that signature crispy skin that pairs beautifully with steamed rice. Ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this quick and easy dish is a must-try for fans of bold, savory flavors. Serve it with your favorite dipping sauce for an authentic Filipino dining experience you won't forget!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces Bangus (milkfish), cleaned and butterflied
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 cup Vinegar
- 2 cups Cooking oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the butterflied bangus under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Step 2
In a medium-sized bowl, combine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and minced garlic. Stir well to dissolve the salt.
Step 3
Place the bangus in a shallow dish skin side up and pour the vinegar-garlic mixture over the fish. Ensure the entire fish is coated. Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator, turning the fish occasionally.
Step 4
After marinating, remove the bangus from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Discard marinade.
Step 5
Sprinkle the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and ground black pepper evenly on both sides of the bangus.
Step 6
Heat the cooking oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Ensure there is enough oil to submerge at least half of the thickness of the fish.
Step 7
Once the oil is hot, carefully place one piece of bangus in the pan, skin side down. Fry for about 6-7 minutes or until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Step 8
Using a spatula, carefully flip the bangus and fry the other side for another 6-7 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 9
Remove the fried bangus from the pan and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 10
Repeat the frying process for the second piece of bangus.
Step 11
Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce and steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (840.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4416.8 |
| Total Fat 479.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 67.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 70mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4794.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 7.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.1g | |
| Protein 24.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 68.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 632.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories