Here's a delicious and easy recipe for Cheesy Garlic Butter Bangus (Milkfish)—a rich, savory dish that's perfect for lunch or dinner!
How to cook Cheesy Garlic Butter Boneless Bangus
🐟 Cheesy Garlic Butter Bangus Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (quickmelt or cheddar; mozzarella optional for stretch)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for creaminess)
- 1 tbsp calamansi juice or lemon juice or sprite
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley or spring onions (optional, for garnish)
🔪 Instructions:
- Clean and butterfly the bangus (or ask the vendor to do it for you).
- Pat dry with paper towels.
- Rub the inside with calamansi juice, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for 15–30 minutes.
- In a pan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Turn off the heat and let it cool a bit.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) or prepare a grill/pan.
- Place the bangus on a baking tray or foil, skin side down.
- Spread the garlic butter generously over the meat side.
- Mix mayonnaise (if using) with cheese and spread on top of the fish.
- Add a final layer of grated cheese.
- Oven method: Bake for 20–25 minutes or until fish is cooked and cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
- Grill method: Cover with foil and grill over medium heat for 15–20 minutes.
- Stovetop method: Place in a covered pan over low heat until cooked and cheese melts.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or spring onions.
- Serve hot with steamed rice!
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Fish