This study highlights the nutritional value of the world’s smallest edible fish endemic in Bicol Region, sinarapan, Convenience sampling was utilized as sampling method. A cross-sectional survey focused on identifying what nutrients contribute significantly to the recommended energy and nutrient intake (RENI) of the households under study. Additionally, the key informant survey on the in-depth study of their practices and perceptions towards sinarapan as a food commodity was also implemented through a phone interview. Thirty-four households participated in the initial phase of data collection which included their frequencies and methods of acquisition, preparation, and consumption. Only 20 households were able to participate in the second phase which gathered data on their perceptions and practices on the same topic. Based on the statistical analysis of the percent contribution of sinarapan to test for its significant contribution to the household energy and nutrient intake, it was found that sinarapan contributes significantly to the household calorie, protein, iron, calcium, and phosphorus RENI. Moreover, there have been changes in their acquisition, preparation, and consumption practices and perceptions towards sinarapan through the years. For instance, declining water quality in Lake Buhi, advancements in technology, among others have been found to drive changes in the respondents’ preparation and consumption practices.