Wondering what other things to cook with tuna fish? How about trying out Tuna in Paksiw mode! This time, you can also make it extra savory and special with Gata. Experience two traditional Filipino cooking styles, Paksiw and Ginataan all rolled into one with this recipe on Tuna Head Paksiw sa Gata!
Background
Paksiw is a traditional cooking method through simmering with garlic and vinegar. This type of technique is not new in the food culture of the Filipinos. Numerous varieties of Paksiw, with different base ingredients such as lechon and bangus, are still being cooked and served by many because of its simplicity and savory flavor.
Being one of the primary ingredients in Philippine cuisine, Gata or coconut milk adds an essential consistency when cooking Paksiw. It does not only elevate the flavor, but also increases the health benefits of the dish because of its natural and organic versatility when it comes to traditional cooking.
How long does it take to cook Paksiw?
It takes for about 30-45 minutes on the pot to cook Paksiw for it should be given time to let the fish boil with the fresh ingredients and spices in creating a natural broth. This broth texture in the Paksiw makes it different from the usual Philippine stews.
What are the prime ingredients when cooking Paksiw?
It is Paksiw because of the common spices for aromatics such as garlic, ginger, red chili, and bay leaves, but what makes it stand out is the contribution of vinegar to the natural recipe and taste.
Cooking Tips
- When boil cooking with fish as delicate as tuna, just let it simmer in the pot by scooping in the cooking mixture to the fish with a regular spoon to help ensure it is cooked evenly.
- Cooking time for the kangkong leaves is good for 20 to 30 minutes only to avoid overcooking them.
Getting you hungry, let’s get cooking!
Ready for a full stomach after all the cooking! Now, if you prefer visuals in instructions check out the video below:
| PREP TIME | COOK TIME | TOTAL TIME | COURSE | CUISINE |
| 30 mins | 30 min | 1 hr | Main Course | Filipino |
- Tuna Head
- Garlic
- Onion
- Ginger
- Tomato
- Ginger
- Bay leaves
- Salt & pepper
- Coconut milk
- Red Chili
- Vinegar
- Kangkong
- Crush 1 whole of garlic and mince 1 onion.
- Cut the fish in half and secure the fish heads by setting them aside.
- Heat the pot over medium flame.
- Add garlic, onion, ginger, and pepper.
- Add tomato and bay leaves.
- Arrange cut fish in the pot.
- Add vinegar.
- Boil over medium flame for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add kangkong leaves and red whole chilies.
- Pour in the coconut milk.
- Continue to boil and let simmer for 20 minutes
- Add salt.
- Now it’s cooked and ready to serve! Enjoy!
If you like this recipe, you may be interested in some of our classic recipes:
- Ginataang Kalabasa
- Garlic Rice With Sweet Pork Ham
- Pasta With Century Tuna
- Sinigang Na Ulo Ng Salmon
- Crispy Fried Chicken Legs
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