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Grilled Tilapia

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 large tilapia
  • 2 pcs medium tomatoes diced
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 1 thumb size ginger chopped
  • 1 tsp calamansi juice
  • salt
  • pepper
  • banana leaf and aluminum foil for wrapping

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the stuffing by mixing the tomatoes, onion, calamansi juice, ginger, siling labuyo, salt and pepper in a bowl. Set it aside.
  • Remove the innards, gills and scales of the fish. Wash it thoroughly and rub some salt on the skin.
  • Slit the side of the fish and stuff the cavity with the mixture. Be careful not to overstuff the fish.
  • Wrap the fish with the banana leaf first, then the aluminum foil. Fold both ends securely.
  • Grill for about 10 to 12 minutes on each side over charcoal.
  • Unwrap and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Enjoy!