Pinaputok na tilapia is the ultimate seafood dish! Stuffed with tomatoes and onions and baked to perfection, this Filipino-style fish is easy to make, tasty, and budget-friendly. Delicious with steamed rice!
Looking for foolproof ways to cook fish? This stuffed tilapia is so easy to prep yet delivers tons of flavor. The fish is plump and tasty, with juicy roasted tomatoes and onions for another layer of yum.
It’s a meal you’ll feel good serving the whole family! Not only is it delicious, but it’s also healthy and nutritious.
What is Pinaputok na Tilapia
Pinaputok, which means “to explode”, is a Filipino-style dish wherein a whole tilapia is stuffed generously with a mixture of tomatoes, onions, garlic, and ginger until almost “bursting.” The fish is brushed with melted butter, wrapped in foil to secure adequately, and then oven-baked until moist and flavorful.
It’s usually served with steamed rice and a choice of sawsawan such as calamansi and soy sauce, spicy vinegar, or ensalada.
