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Fish Escabeche

Cultural Context

Fish Escabeche is a beloved dish in the Philippines, often enjoyed during special occasions and family gatherings. This dish showcases the Filipino penchant for bold flavors, combining vinegar and soy sauce to create a tangy and savory sauce that complements the fried fish beautifully. Variations exist across regions, with some incorporating additional vegetables or spices, reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

FilipinoPHmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium size ginger, julienned
1 medium size red onion, chopped
1 medium size carrots, julienned
1 red bell pepper, julienned
2-3 tbsp white sugar
1/2 tbsp salt
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/3 cup water
3 tbsp cornstarch
Cooking oil
Parsley (you can also use coriander or spring onions)

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note while maintaining acidity.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often less salty.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey provides natural sweetness with a distinct flavor.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

1

Season fish with salt, set aside for 5 minutes.

2

Heat up the pan and add enough cooking oil for deep frying the fish.

3

Make sure the temperature is right before frying to avoid the fish from sticking into the pan.

4

Fry both sides of the fish.

5

Set aside after frying.

6

In a separate pan, add oil and sauté garlic, onion, and ginger.

7

Add the carrots and stir fry for a minute.

8

Then add the red bell pepper.

9

Add black pepper, salt, vinegar and sugar.

10

Let it boil for a minute.

11

Then add the cornstarch diluted in water.

12

Bring to a boil for 2 minutes or until the sauce becomes thick.

13

Place the fried fish on a plate.

14

Pour the sauce on top.

15

Garnish with chopped parsley (coriander or spring onion).

16

Serve and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

fryingsautéing

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishsoy

Also Known As

EscabecheFilipino Escabeche

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