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Milkfish congee
Milkfish congee
Milkfish congee is a dish made with milkfish, also known as bangus, and rice. It is a popular comfort food in many Asian countries, especially in the Philippines. The milkfish is usually boiled until tender and then flaked into the rice porridge, resulting in a rich and flavorful congee. It’s often garnished with toppings like fried garlic, green onions, and crispy fried shallots for an extra burst of flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound milkfish (bangus)
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 8 cups water or fish stock
- 1 thumb-sized ginger peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings (optional):
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger slices, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the milkfish to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Remove the fish from the pot and set it aside.
- In the same pot, add the jasmine rice and stir it around for a minute until slightly toasted. This helps enhance the flavor of the congee.
- Pour in the water or fish stock and bring it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, partially covered, for about 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally. The rice will gradually break down and become thick and creamy.
- While the congee is simmering, remove the skin and bones from the milkfish and flake the flesh into small pieces.
- Once the congee reaches your desired consistency (thick or soupy), add the flaked milkfish into the pot and stir it gently. Let it cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until the fish is heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. You can adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- Serve the Milkfish congee hot and garnish it with fried garlic, green onions, and crispy fried shallots for added flavor and texture.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 344kcal (17%)Carbohydrates: 38g (13%)Protein: 26g (52%)Fat: 9g (14%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 57mg (19%)Sodium: 85mg (4%)Potassium: 409mg (12%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 0.3IUVitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 44mg (4%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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