PAKSIW NA ISDA (Boiled Pickled Fish and Vegetables)

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 1

Traditional Filipino Paksiw na Isda recipe with pickled fish and vegetables

PAKSIW NA ISDA (Boiled Pickled Fish and Vegetables)

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

240

Sugar

Fat

Paksiw na Isda is a traditional Filipino dish that features fish stewed in vinegar, salt, and spices. It is a popular home-cooked meal that is often served for lunch or dinner with steamed rice. The name 'paksiw' means to cook in vinegar, and it is a common cooking technique used in Filipino cuisine. This recipe uses bangus or white fish fillets, banana peppers, bitter melon, eggplant, and ginger to create a zesty and hearty meal that is perfect for any occasion.

Instructions

1.	In a pot, combine vinegar, water, and salt.
2.	Add the crushed ginger and banana peppers.
3.	Arrange the fish fillets in the pot and add the bitter melon and eggplant.
4.	Bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until fish is fully cooked.
5.	Serve hot with steamed rice.

PROS

Paksiw na Isda is a simple, flavorful, and healthy dish that is high in protein and low in saturated fat.
The pickled vegetables add a tangy flavor while the fish is tender and juicy.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the sour and tangy flavor of the dish.
The preparation time can be a bit lengthy as the fish needs to be dressed and the vegetables sliced and added to the pot.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. The pickled vegetables can also aid in digestion and boost the immune system.

	1 1/2 lbs bangus or 1 1/2 lbs white fish fillets , dressed
	1/2 cup vinegar
	1/4 cup water
	1 1/2 teaspoons salt
	1/2 inch ginger , crushed
	2 pieces banana peppers
	1/2 cup bitter melon
	1/2 cup eggplant , sliced