Moonfish or "Hiwas"

We were introduced with this fish by my mother when we were so much younger. Although we love its taste, it is seldom served in our family.

I tried introducing this to my kids who love eating fish instead of of beef or pork. I'm so glad they liked its taste as well.

I only know of three ways on how to served this fish: fried, paksiw (with vinegar sauce), and pinangat. But I know there's a lot way of cooking it.

Aside from bangus (milkfish), cream dory fillet and tilapia, hiwas now is on their favorite fish list.

Hiwas, I learned, is a rich source of protein, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, phosphorus, and selenium. It is also low in sodium and a source of omega-3.
(reference: hawaii seafood)

(Thanks to Panlasang Pinoy and My Filipino Recipe for my recipe source.)



BLOG PHOTO CHALLENGE (#15/365)
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BPC-6/365: Cakes & Cupcakes

Here's some of the cakes and cupcakes that made our celebrations complete:

Cupcakes from my friend's Charley's 7th Birthday

A birthday cake for my eldest son...a gift to him by his BFF

another cake for JM

My birthday cake c/o Max's Restaurant

Kevin's (my second son) birthday cake,
a collection of chocolate mouse cake.
He likes it this way instead of the usual whole cake!

My mother's birthday cupcake from me

Another cake for mom from my "ate" (eldest sister)

Carrot cake for mom again from "ate"

A birthday cake for my brother-in-law from his family...

I've read from one book to never celebrate, especially birthdays, WITHOUT a cake!


My share for Blog Photo Challenge
Blue Monday, Pink Friday, Color Connection
this or that thursdayhosted by Deb
The Chicken Chick Blog Hop hosted by Kathy