MAITUM, Sarangani: Jose Mandayag Jr. goes out to Celebes Sea fronting his village, every early morning and returns after lunch with his catch of flying fish, locally konwn as "Bangsi," which can be made into kinilaw, grilled or marinated and dried. The marinated Bangsi are preserved with salt and pure coconut vinegar for marinade, blended with garlic, black pepper and natural flavoring. Marinated flying fish is a favorite delicacy and "pasalubong" item from people who visit Maitum. The product is different from common dried fish because it is half-dried marinated fish. The Bangsi has no added artificial ingredient and preservative and one of the best sources of protein and Omega-3 from fish oil, and calcium. A half-kilo pack costs P60 with 12–15 pieces. PHOTO BY SARANGANI INFORMATION OFFICE
