IniHAW na Tilapia
A delicious Filipino dish of grilled tilapia filled with juicy tomato and onion stuffing, perfect for gatherings and BBQs.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
For the tilapia
- 4 pieces Tilapia Cleaned and scaled
For the tomato stuffing
- 2 medium Tomatoes Ripe, diced
- 1 medium Onion Diced
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Black pepper
- 1 splash Calamansi or lemon juice Optional
For grilling
- 1 tablespoon Cooking oil To rub on fish skin
Instructions
Preparation
- Clean the tilapia by rinsing under water, scraping off scales, and gutting the fish.
- In a bowl, mix diced tomatoes and onion with salt, pepper, and calamansi or lemon juice.
- Pack the tomato mixture into the belly cavity of the tilapia.
- Use toothpicks or banana leaves to secure the stuffing if needed.
Grilling
- Rub the tilapia skin with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill the tilapia over moderate heat for 7-8 minutes on each side.
- Avoid flipping frequently to prevent breakage.
- Stay close to the grill to monitor cooking and prevent burning.
Serving
- Serve hot on a platter, allowing guests to take pieces with their fingers.
- Pair with rice and your choice of dipping sauce.
Notes
IniHAW na tilapia is perfect for parties and gatherings, as it is budget-friendly and feeds a crowd. Grilling in banana leaves can enhance flavor.