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Piyalam Istah

Piyalam Istah
Piyalam Istah

Fresh fish simmered with lemongrass, ginger, garlic, tomatoes, and chilies in a bright turmeric broth

Ingredients

  • fresh fish (tuna, yellowfin, grouper, pompano, or reef fish) 1000 g
  • MAGGI Magic Sarap 16 g
  • garlic 20 g
  • onion, medium 150 g
  • ginger, thumb size 8 g
  • BUITONI Coulis de Tomate 125 ml
  • fresh chilies 8 g
  • lemongrass stalk 20 g
  • turmeric or turmeric powder 5 g
  • water 500 ml
  • cooking oil 20 ml
  • MAGGI Chicken Powder 10 g
  • MAGGI Sinigang 4 g

Preparation

  • 1

    Clean and cut the fish into serving pieces. Season with MAGGI Magic Sarap.

  • 2

    In a pot, saute garlic, onion, ginger, turmeric, tomatoes, chili, and lemongrass.

  • 3

    Add the fish and gently toss with aromatics.

  • 4

    Pour in the water. Cover and simmer over medium low heat until the fish is tender and the broth becomes flavorful.

  • 5

    Season with MAGGI Chicken Powder and adjust the chili according to taste.

  • 6

    If desired, add MAGGI Sinigang while simmering just before turning off the heat.

A Celebration of Mindanao Flavor

Piyalam Istah is a vibrant fish dish that celebrates the bold, aromatic flavors of Mindanao cuisine. Fresh fish is gently simmered with lemongrass, ginger, garlic, tomatoes, chilies, and turmeric, creating a bright and flavorful broth that complements the natural richness of the fish. 

In this recipe, fresh fish such as tuna, yellowfin, grouper, pompano, or reef fish is seasoned with MAGGI® Magic Sarap before being cooked with a fragrant combination of garlic, onion, ginger, turmeric, tomatoes, chilies, and lemongrass. MAGGI® Chicken Powder adds savory depth, while an optional touch of MAGGI® Sinigang can bring an extra layer of appetizing sourness to the broth.

With Nestlé Professional, operators can confidently bring Piyalam Istah to the menu with a recipe that showcases the freshness and vibrancy of Mindanao flavors while delivering the consistency and practicality needed in a professional kitchen. 

Customize and Elevate

Piyalam Istah’s light, aromatic broth and versatile fish base give chefs plenty of room to create signature interpretations while preserving the dish’s fresh and vibrant character. 

You can: 

- Explore different fish varieties, such as tuna, yellowfin, grouper, or pompano, based on seasonality and availability

- Turn up the heat with additional fresh chilies for a bolder, spicier broth

- Add MAGGI® Sinigang for a brighter, tangier flavor profile

- Adjust the turmeric to enhance the broth’s earthy notes and vibrant golden color

- Serve with steamed rice for a comforting and satisfying meal that lets the aromatic broth shine

BUITONI Coulis de Tomate 3kg

Premium Italian Tomato Sauce for Professionals | Buitoni 3kg

MAGGI® Professional Sinigang Soup Mix 1kg

MAGGI® Professional Sinigang Soup Mix 1kg