Best 7 Baked Milk Fish Recipes
Baked milkfish, a classic Filipino dish, offers a delectable balance of flavors and textures, making it a delightful culinary experience. This guide will unravel the secrets of preparing baked milkfish, a dish that has graced Filipino tables for generations. We will explore the essential steps involved, from selecting the freshest ingredients to mastering the art of achieving the perfect crispiness on the outside while maintaining a tender and succulent interior. With careful attention to detail and a touch of culinary creativity, you'll be able to create a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
BAKED MILK FISH
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly coat an 8x8 baking dish with cooking spray.
- Rinse cod filets and pat dry. Place fish in a single layer in the baking dish. Mix together milk, onion, lemon pepper, parsley and salt; pour over fish filets. Drizzle filets with lemon juice.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until fish is firm and can be flaked with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 66.1 mg, Fat 2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 33.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 263.3 mg, Sugar 6 g
BAKED PARMESAN FISH
Here's an easy way to work an elegant fish dish into your menu. I sometimes sprinkle the golden fillets with slivered or sliced almonds before baking. My husband, 13-year-old daughter and I love this tasty way to eat fish. -Carolyn Brinkmeyer, Aurora, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, combine the cheese, flour, paprika, salt and pepper. In another shallow bowl, beat egg and milk. Dip fish fillets into egg mixture, then coat with the cheese mixture. , Arrange in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 382mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BAKED FISH FILLETS
Baking fish fillets is the easiest way to ensure a tender, flaky entrée that maintains its flavor and doesn't dry out. Mix up a lemon-butter mixture, drizzle it on, and pop into the oven. You'll be enjoying baked fish in just half an hour.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Grease bottom of rectangular pan, 11x7x1 1/2 inches.
- Cut fish fillets into 4 serving pieces if needed. Place pieces, skin sides down, in the pan, folding thin ends under if necessary for even thickness.
- Mix remaining ingredients; drizzle over fish.
- Bake uncovered 15 to 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg
FILIPINO BAKED MILKFISH (BAKED BANGUS)
This Filipino fish dish is very easy to prepare. The only time-consuming and challenging part is cleaning the fish.
Provided by lola
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Filipino
Time 1h15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a roasting pan with enough aluminum foil to cover the whole bangus.
- Remove scales and gills from bangus. Wash the innards. Pat fish dry with a paper towel.
- Mix tomato, onion, and 1/3 of the ginger together in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Cut open the front side of the fish and fill with the tomato mixture. Place fish in the prepared pan.
- Mix calamansi juice, soy sauce, garlic, and remaining ginger in a separate bowl. Pour over the fish in the pan. Fold foil over the fish and seal all ends.
- Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 60 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 118.6 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 49.8 g, Sodium 2010 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
FISH BAKED IN COCONUT MILK
Steps:
- Cut fillets crosswise into strips 2-inches wide. Rub fish with mixture of lemon juice and oil, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In medium frying pan, over medium high heat, fry onion in oil until edges are nicely browned. Add garlic, ginger, and green chile, and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, spice mixture, fennel seeds, and salt, and fry, stirring constantly until tomato pieces break down to form a lumpy paste. Add coconut milk and simmer about 5 minutes until a thick, rich sauce is formed.
- Arrange fish in an oiled baking/serving dish large enough to hold fish in a single layer. Bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Pour sauce over fish, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and return to oven for 15 to 20 minutes until fish is opaque.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro.
BAKED FISH WITH ONIONS
A rich and creamy onion sauce transforms simple cod into an impressive company dish. If you don't want to use any dairy products, omit making the cream sauce and just smother the cod with the slow cooked onions, the bread crumbs and drizzle with fragrant olive oil before baking.
Provided by Geema
Categories Cheese
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil and 2 tablespoon of the butter and cook onions over medium heat until soft and golden, stirring often-- about 15 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes.
- Whisk in the milk, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add more milk if sauce is too thick.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread one third of the onion sauce in a casserole and sprinkle with one third of the cheeses.
- Cover with the fish fillets, then sprinkle with one third of the cheese.
- Pour the remaining sauce over the fish and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Top with the fresh bread crumbs and dot with small pats of butter.
- Bake in a preheated 400 degree oven for about 20 minutes until the casserole is bubbly.
FISH BAKED IN COCONUT MILK
Be sure to serve some hot rice with this dish to enjoy with the flavorful sauce that is created by the spices and coconut milk. I found this recipe on FoodTV and it's a winner.
Provided by Geema
Categories Coconut
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Cut fillets crosswise into strips 2-inches wide.
- Rub fish with mixture of lemon juice and oil, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In medium frying pan, over medium high heat, fry onion in oil until edges are nicely browned.
- Add garlic, ginger, and green chile, and stir over medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, spice mixture, fennel seeds, and salt, and fry, stirring constantly until tomato pieces break down to form a lumpy paste.
- Add coconut milk and simmer about 5 minutes until a thick, rich sauce is formed.
- Arrange fish in an oiled baking/serving dish large enough to hold fish in a single layer.
- Bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Pour sauce over fish, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and return to oven for 15 to 20 minutes until fish is opaque.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.1, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 124.7, Sodium 915.8, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 4.8, Protein 54.3
Tips:
- Choose the freshest fish possible. This will ensure that your dish is flavorful and delicious.
- Use a variety of herbs and spices to flavor the fish. This will add depth and complexity to the dish.
- Be careful not to overcook the fish. Overcooked fish is dry and tough, so cook it just until it is opaque in the center.
- Serve the fish immediately with your favorite sides. Baked milk fish is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.
- If you are using a whole fish, be sure to remove the scales and gills before cooking. You can also ask your fishmonger to do this for you.
Conclusion:
Baked milk fish is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to get your kids to eat fish. With its delicate flavor and creamy texture, baked milk fish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a simple and satisfying meal, give baked milk fish a try. You won't be disappointed!
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