Low Sodium Garlic Butter Bangus Belly

Indulge in the rich flavors of Low Sodium Garlic Butter Bangus Belly, a healthier twist on a Filipino classic. This recipe features tender bangus (milkfish) belly fillets cooked to crispy perfection and enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce made with unsalted butter and a hint of lemon for a bright, zesty finish. Seasoned with a salt substitute and freshly ground black pepper, this heart-friendly dish is packed with flavor while keeping sodium levels in check. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with lemon wedges, it's a meal that radiates both elegance and simplicity. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions where wholesome ingredients and bold flavors take center stage.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Bangus (milkfish) belly fillets
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 6 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt substitute
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the bangus belly fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Place the fillets on a plate and sprinkle with the freshly ground black pepper and salt substitute on both sides. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the bangus fillets, skin side down, and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until the skin is crispy and golden brown.

Step 4

Carefully flip the fillets and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the meat is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 5

While the fish is cooking, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook gently, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned, about 2 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the garlic butter from heat and stir in the lemon juice.

Step 7

Once the bangus fillets are cooked, transfer them to a serving platter. Drizzle the warm garlic butter sauce over the top.

Step 8

Garnish the dish with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor.

Step 9

Serve the Low Sodium Garlic Butter Bangus Belly with lemon wedges on the side for an extra citrusy kick.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(575.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1506.2

Total Fat 124.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 364mg	0%
Sodium 296.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 90.1g	0%

Vitamin D 800IU	0%
Calcium 153.7mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 3274.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.4%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 2.9%