Pinaryahang Isda

Ingredients for Pinaryahang Isda

• 2 whole snappers, scored
• 1 large bitter gourd, sliced
• 1 large tomato, chopped
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-sized ginger, cut into thin matchsticks
• 1 1/2 cups water
• Salt
• Fish sauce, to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Oil, for frying

How to cook Pinaryahang Isda

1. 1.Season snapper generously with salt and black pepper. Deep-fry in hot oil until golden and crisp; drain.
2. 2.Heat a little oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté garlic, ginger, and onion until fragrant and translucent.
3. 3.Add tomato and cook until softened. Pour in water and bring to a boil.
4. 4.Add bitter gourd and simmer about 5 minutes, until it begins to soften.
5. 5.Nestle in the fried snapper, season with fish sauce and pepper, and simmer 5–7 minutes. Serve hot with rice.