Pinangat na Pompano

Ingredients

• 2 pieces whole Golden pompano (cleaned and gutted)
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 onion (peeled and chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (peeled and minced)
• 1 thumb size ginger (peeled and minced)
• 2 large Roma tomatoes (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon tamarind powder

Steps

1. 1

   Wash pompano inside and out and pat dry. Cut into half, if desired, and season with salt to taste and pepper to taste.

2. 2

   In a wide pan over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions, garlic, and ginger and cook, stirring regularly, until softened.

3. 3

   Add tomatoes and cook, mashing with the back of a spoon, until they begin to soften and release juices.

4. 4

   Add fish sauce and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 1 minute.

5. 5

   Add water and bring to a boil for about 2 to 3 minutes or until tomatoes are completely softened.

6. 6

   Add tamarind powder and stir until dissolved.

7. 7

   Add fish in a single layer. Lower heat and cover. Continue to cook for about 10 to 15 minutes or cooked through and liquid is reduced.

8. 8

   Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.