Bangus Bicol Express

Instructions

Slice the bangus into serving pieces. Sprinkle salt all over it. Let it stay for 3 minutes.

Heat cooking oil in a pan.

Meanwhile, dredge the sliced fish in flour, coat it as lightly as possible.

Fry the bangus for 3 minutes per side. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Save 3 tablespoons of cooking oil in the pan. Saute the onion for up to 1 minute.

Add the garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds and then add the ginger. Continue sautéing until the onion softens.

Add the shrimp paste. Cook for 30 seconds.

Pour the coconut milk into the pan. Let it boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pan and continue to simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.

Add the chili peppers and season with ground black pepper.

Put the fried bangus into the pan. Continue cooking for a maximum of 2 ½ minutes.

Transfer to a serving plate. Serve with rice.

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