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Pinangat na Pompano in Coconut Cream

A traditional Filipino dish featuring pompano fish simmered in rich coconut cream, enhanced with a medley of aromatic ingredients.

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·By Troy·
Pinangat na Pompano in Coconut Cream
Prep
23 min
Cook
1 h 10 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Serves
4

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Pompano Fish

  1. 1

    Clean the fish

    Clean the pompano thoroughly under cold water and pat dry.

  2. 2

    Season the fish

    Rub the calamansi juice all over the fish and season with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Marinate

    Let it marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

Preparing the Ingredients

  1. 1

    Heat the oil

    Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Sauté aromatics

    Sauté the onions until translucent, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add flavorings

    Stir in the ginger, lemongrass, and tomatoes.

    Tip: Ensure not to boil the coconut cream to keep it from curdling.

How to Make Pinangat na Pompano in Coconut Cream

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

  1. 1

    Simmer the Sauce

    Combine coconut cream and milk in the pot, then bring to a gentle simmer.

  2. 2

    Cook the Fish

    Gently place marinated pompano into the simmering sauce and let it cook through.

  3. 3

    Final Touch

    Stir in the fish sauce, sugar, and chili leaves just before serving.

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