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Kinilaw (or Kilawin)

Kinilaw (or kilawin) is a Filipino recipe that is also quite present in some of the Pacific islands that have been under the influence of this country.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian , Filipino

Ingredients

  • 1 lb yellowfin tuna fillets , cut into cubes
  • ½ cup vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic , finely chopped
  • ½ white onion , finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped ginger
  • 8 tablespoons kalamansi (or juice of one lime)
  • salt
  • pepper
  • ¾ cup vinegar (to rinse the fish)
  • ½ red onion , finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 Chili pepper , finely chopped (optional)

Instructions

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  1. In a bowl, mix the tuna cubes with ¾ cup (200ml) of vinegar and mix well.
  2. Let stand for 2 minutes then drain.
  3. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
  4. Refrigerate for at least ½ hour.
  5. Serve fresh.