Ukoy na Dilis
Ukoy na Dilis is easy to make with simple ingredients and budget-friendly. It's crunchy, flavorful, and delicious as an appetizer or main dish.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 10 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 cup cornstarch
- ½ cup flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 egg, well beaten
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- 2 shallots, peeled and sliced thinly
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 pound dilis
- canola oil
Instructions
- 1
Rinse fish and drain well. Pat dry.
- 2
In a pot over medium heat, heat about 2-inch deep of oil to about 350 F.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well distributed.
- 4
Add egg, water, and fish sauce. Stir to combine.
- 5
Add fish, shallots and green onions. Gently stir to combine.
- 6
Using a large spoon, scoop about 2 to 3 tablespoons of the mixture and gently slide the mixture into the hot oil. Cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp.
- 7
Using a slotted spoon, remove from the pan and drain on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Serve.