How to Make Dinengdeng - A Step-by-Step Guide

Dinengdeng is a popular Filipino dish that hails from the Ilocano region of the Philippines. It is a simple yet flavorful vegetable stew that is packed with nutritious ingredients and delicious flavors. This dish is often enjoyed as a main course and is perfect for those looking for a healthy and hearty meal.

One of the most beautiful aspects of Dinengdeng is its versatility. It can be made with a variety of different vegetables, depending on what is readily available or in season. Th...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (8 ounce) fillets milkfish (bangus)
  • 1 tomato, quartered
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons shrimp paste (bagoong)
  • 1 cup water
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ pound long beans, cut into bite-size pieces
  • ½ pound zucchini, cut into bite-size pieces
  • ½ pound fresh okra

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Grill the milkfish fillets until the flesh flakes easily with a fork, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Combine the grilled fillets, tomato, onion, shrimp paste, and water to the pot; bring to a boil for 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the long beans and zucchini; stir. Cover the pot and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. Stir the okra into the mixture and cook another 5 minutes. Serve hot.
  • Nutrition

    288 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 43mg
    • Sodium: 101mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 142mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1002mg