Binagoongan Isda sa Gata Recipe

Season fish steaks with salt and pepper and set aside.

Heat oil on a pan over medium heat. Fry fish steaks for 4-5 minutes each side or until cooked and nicely brown and set aside to drain on paper towels.

Prepare the sauce by heating up oil in a saucepan over medium high heat. Sautee garlic, onions, ginger, leeks, tomatoes for one minute then add bagoong and sauté for another minute or two. Add the sili, coconut cream, and coconut milk and allow to simmer for 1-2 minutes, season to taste.

Pour sauce over cooked fish. Or, you may also simmer the cooked fish in the sauce for a few minutes, if desired.