Pescatarian Dude

There have been many debates about this one fish. Some say salmon is best for sushi, others say the fish is best when seasoned and fried. To find out the answer, I say, "Let us salmon the judge!" No one —and I mean no one— in this world has never eaten salmon. That's a fact. Unless you're allergic to the fish or you're some kind of a weirdo. For as long as seafood existed, salmon has been one of the major favorites; be it by consumers or chefs. Its firm and delicious meat has been the talk of many many mouths, and the call of numerous seafood-craved taste buds.  Now the first party argues, "What is better, than thin sliced salmon on top of a sushi roll?" And the jury nodded their heads in consideration. Salmon in sushi is bite sized, and easy to chew and swallow. One wouldn't have to worry about fish bones. Indeed what is better?  The opposing party stated, "Such hassle you have to go through. When you can simply season and fry the fish. What...

Milkfish, Tilapia , Seabass, Shrimp, and Alimango are few of the highly farmed fishes in the Philippines. But one fish that is also gaining popularity these days is Pompano .  Did you know that Pompano has higher water content (per 100g) than Milkfish ? Foods with higher water content help you stay hydrated; and helps you transport nutrients and oxygen throughout the body. It is also very rich in Thiamine or Vitamin B1 that assists the body’s cell to change carbs into energy. On the other hand, Milkfish is higher in Vitamin B6 or Pyridoxine that is needed for the production of neurotransmitters: serotonin and norepinephrine.  But there is nothing to be worried by the comparisons! Pompano and Milkfish are both healthy treats for the family. As a matter of fact, these fishes are just as versatile as other Filipinos’ all-time favorites. Take Paksiw na Bangus and Pinangat na Pompano, for example. Paksiw na Bangus is a dish that mainly uses vinegar. It is one of the favorite vi...