Sarciadong Tilapia
Sarciadong Tilapia is a mouthwatering Filipino dish that features the beloved freshwater fish, known as tilapia, smothered in a tangy and savory tomato sauce. Popular for its affordability and simplicity, this dish has become a staple in Filipino households and is often served during special occasions or on busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 2 large tilapia
- 3 large eggs
- 3 small tomatoes
- 1½ cups water
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 small onion
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ cup cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- Clean the fish and make two shallow cuts on each side.
- Sprinkle salt evenly over the fish and rub it in gently.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot.
- Fry the tilapia until golden brown on both sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside, leaving about three tablespoons of oil in the skillet.
- Sauté garlic and onion until they release a fragrant aroma. Add diced tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add water to the skillet and bring to a boil, stirring for about 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Crack and beat the eggs, then slowly pour them into the skillet while stirring.
- Return the fried tilapia to the skillet, season with salt and pepper. Spoon some sauce over the fish until it is partially submerged, being careful not to overcook it!
- Transfer the sarciadong tilapia to a plate, pouring the thick, tasty sauce on top. Serve immediately while hot!
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Nutrition
Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 14gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 17gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 161mgSodium: 666mgPotassium: 383mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 773IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 1mg
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