Whole fish

Mackerel with lemon butter sauce

The fish is neither fried nor steamed. It's poached in olive oil. The mouth feel is fantastic. For flavor, Italian-style lemon butter sauce is poured over the fish before serving.

Cook time: 20

Servings: 4 people

Crispy tilapia with calamansi and turmeric sauce

A new twist to fish escabeche. The sweet sour sauce is made with calamansi juice and sugar, with a bit of turmeric added for color.

Cook time: 15

Servings: 2 people

Steamed pompano with black bean garlic sauce

A dish that one often gets to enjoy only in Chinese restaurants, steamed whole fish is not difficult to make at home. Note, however, that you'll need a large steamer and a large heatproof plate to cook the fish.

Cook time: 30

Servings: 2 people

Baked whole fish with oyster sauce

This baked fish with oyster sauce cooks inside the oven in a tent of aluminum foil. Technically, it's a combination of baking and steaming but who's splitting hairs, right?

Cook time: 25

Servings: 4 people

Steamed pompano with ginger sauce

I love steamed whole fish for the ease of preparation and fuss-free cooking. I love pompano for its firm and delectable flesh. Seasoned simply with ginger sauce, soy sauce and sesame seed oil, this dish has long been a family favorite.

Cook time: 30

Servings: 4 people