Dinengdeng is a beloved Ilocano dish, also known as Abraw or Inabraw, that showcases the simplicity and freshness of Filipino home cooking. It’s cooked with several vegetables that are commonly grown in backyards. Plenty of Filipino dishes are quite similar to dinengding, like laswa, bulanglang, and, of course, the law-oy or utan bisaya. Dinengdeng mainly use bagoong isda; in Visayas, we call it ginamos, and it gives a lovely flavor to the dish.
Dinengdeng is traditionally served with steamed rice and grilled or fried fish, creating a well-balanced and hearty meal. It’s not only delicious but also packed with vitamins and minerals, thanks to its variety of leafy greens and vegetables. Perfect for those who appreciate simple, wholesome, and flavorful dishes, dinengdeng is a must-try for anyone exploring Filipino cuisine.
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Dinengdeng recipe with bangus (milkfish). This dish is a famous Ilocano recipe from a region in the Philippines. Another name for the dish is Abraw o Inabraw. It’s cooked with several vegetables that are commonly grown in backyards. Plenty of Filipino dishes are quite similar to dinengding, like laswa, bulanglang, and, of course, the law-oy or utan bisaya. Dinengdeng mainly use bagoong isda; in Visayas, we call it ginamos, and it gives a lovely flavor to the dish.
Clean the bangus (milkfish), slice, and set aside.
Peel, slice, chop, and wedge the spices for the recipe.
Cut the sitaw (string beans) into 2 to 3 inches, core, and slice the ampalaya (better melon).
Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Gently add the sliced fish and fry until cooked. Turn the heat off, take out the fish, and set it aside.
In a large cooking pot, pour in 3 cups of water. Turn the heat up and bring the liquid to a boil.
Once the liquid starts boiling, add the spices: onion, ginger, and tomato.
Cover the pot and cook for 3 to 5 minutes.
Add the kalabasa (squash) slices and cook for 5 minutes.
5 minutes later, add the bagoong isda. Stir.
Add the string beans (sitaw), ampalaya, and okra. Cover again and cook for 5 minutes.
Add the squash flower if using, and add the saloyut or malunggay leaves. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes.
Add the fried or grilled bangus (milkfish). Submerge in the soup and allow it to cook for few minutes to give flavor to the dish.
Taste it and adjust as necessary. Transfer to a serving dish.
Serve warm, the dish goes well with a cup of warm rice.
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Servings 6
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.