Bangus itself has a relatively neutral taste which lends itself well to complementary pairings and dishes like this Oven Baked Bangus recipe where it won’t take center stage, but rather complement the dish as a whole. Otherwise it does well to be marinated with vinegar and garlic before being fried.

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Oven Baked Stuffed Bangus Recipe (Filipino Milkfish)

Likely the most popular fish in the Philippines, Whitefish, or Bangus as it is called is found throughout the islands and is often considered to be the unofficial national fish. And this Rellenong Bangus Recipe – Oven Baked Stuffed Bangus is among the most popular.

Bangus itself has a relatively neutral taste which lends itself well to complementary pairings and dishes like this Oven Baked Bangus recipe where it won’t take center stage, but rather complement the dish as a whole. Otherwise it does well to be marinated with vinegar and garlic before being fried.

Bangus Recipe Preparation

This preparation works out to be a rather healthy meal full of vegetables, and baked in the oven rather than fried in oil.

If you’re curious about it, the belly fat of the fish is considered to be the tastiest, and most prized part of the fish. In fact you can find Bangus belly separate from the fish for purchase, but you’re obviously going to pay a premium for this cut.

And since you’re preparing a feast, you should probably also be making Chicken and Pork Adobo to go with your baked bangus. And for your sides some Loubieh Bi Zait (green beans) and a nice sticky toffee pudding . I know, those last two are by no means Filipino dishes, but give them a shot anyways.

And if you’re looking for something easier and deliciously filling, try my slow cooker Kare-Kare recipe!

Pairs well with Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio.

Stuffed Bangus Recipe

Bangus itself has a relatively neutral taste which lends itself well to complementary pairings and dishes like this Oven Baked Bangus recipe where it won’t take center stage, but rather complement the dish as a whole. Otherwise it does well to be marinated with vinegar and garlic before being fried.

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CourseMain Course

CuisineFilipino

DietDiabetic, Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Vegetarian

Keywordbangus, filipino ox tail stew, milkfish

Prep Time15 minutes minutes

Cook Time40 minutes minutes

Total Time55 minutes minutes

Servings4 servings

Calories22kcal

AuthorFiliVino

Equipment

• Sharp knife
• Oven
• Frying pan
• Oven-safe dish
• Foil

Ingredients

• 1 Whole Bangus Milkfish, butterflied and deboned
• 3 Tomatoes Small
• 1/4 Onion diced
• 1 Scallion Stalk
• 1 inch Ginger Fresh
• ½ tsp Salt

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees
• Season butterflied bangus with salt
• Roughly chop tomatoes, onion, and scallion
• Mince ginger
• Season veggie mix with salt
• Place veggie mix on inside of butterflied bangus
• Place bangus in a baking pan and cover with foil
• Bake at 375 for 30 - 40 minutes

Notes

You can often find Bangus already butterflied and deboned in your local Filipino market in the frozen section.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Sodium: 296mg | Calcium: 9mg | Vitamin C: 14mg | Vitamin A: 798IU | Sugar: 3g | Fiber: 1g | Potassium: 229mg | Cholesterol: 1mg | Calories: 22kcal | Saturated Fat: 1g | Fat: 1g | Protein: 1g | Carbohydrates: 5g | Iron: 1mg

all images credit to Jenno