Ingredients for Tofu Bistek Cooking Directions Tips for Texture Serving Ideas Variations Common Questions Shake Up Your Dinner Routine Tofu Bistek Recipe Filipino is honestly my top hack for getting that classic bistek flavor without feeling heavy or missing out. So you’re probably here because you want something a little lighter (yep, skipping the beef), …
Overview of seafood kare kare Preparing seafood Making peanut sauce Adding vegetables Serving Regional variations Tips Common Questions Ready for Your Kare Kare Moment? Ever find yourself craving comfort food with a bit of “wow” — but also secretly want an excuse to eat shrimp and crab in one glorious dish? Filipino seafood kare kare …
What is pancit Malabon? Preparing noodles Cooking sauce Adding seafood toppings Serving Flavor notes Cultural story Common Questions Why Your Next Party Needs Pancit Malabon Filipino pancit Malabon. Tell me you haven’t craved those ultra-savory noodles covered in seafood when you spot them on a party table. I used to think making this dish was …
Introduction to rellenong bangus Preparing fish Making stuffing Cooking methods Serving Party dish Presentation tips Common Questions Go On—Try It and Show Off! Filipino rellenong bangus is the number one party dish in my family. Ever wrestled with a crazy fish recipe, fingers greasy and stuffing everywhere, and then—boom—total showstopper? Yeah, this is that recipe. …
Overview of kilawin Choosing fresh fish Preparing marinade Mixing ingredients Serving cold Flavor tips Health benefits Common Questions Give it a Go: Your Turn to Try Filipino kilawin na isda is probably the dish you crave when you want something bold and fresh but don’t want to cook (come on, we all have those days). …
Introduction to Filipino curry Preparing chicken Cooking coconut sauce Adding vegetables Seasoning Serving hot Flavor notes Common Questions Curry as Comfort Food: You Gotta Try It Filipino chicken curry is pretty much my taste bud’s soulmate. You know, sometimes you just crave a bowl of creamy, coconut goodness—like really crave it—but you don’t want to …
Introduction to ginisang munggo Preparing mung beans Cooking aromatics Adding vegetables Serving Variations Health benefits Common Questions Why You Need to Try This Recipe Now Filipino ginisang munggo always reminds me of those days when you open the fridge, spot some random veggies left over, and think, “Yeah, that’s dinner.” Ever have those weeks when …
Overview of arroz caldo Preparing rice and chicken Cooking broth Seasoning Garnishing with egg and calamansi Serving hot Comfort food notes Common Questions There’s Nothing Like a Bowl of Warmth Filipino chicken arroz caldo always comes to mind during gloomy-weather days or when my nose feels stuffy and my soul needs that gentle nudge. Big …
Introduction to ginataang hipon Cleaning shrimp Cooking coconut milk Adding spices Serving Flavor tips Regional versions Common Questions Why You’ll Come Back to Ginataang Hipon Again and Again Filipino ginataang hipon is always my back-pocket fix for when I feel like eating something fancy… but I do not have the time (or, let us be …
Overview of sotanghon Preparing chicken Cooking broth Adding sotanghon noodles Garnishing Serving hot Comfort dish Common Questions Bring the Magic Home Filipino chicken sotanghon soup pretty much saves my sanity on those stormy days here. Ever have one of those afternoons where you just want soup that feels like an actual hug? Not fancy, nothing …
Introduction to daing na bangus Preparing marinade Marinating fish Frying method Serving with vinegar dip Breakfast pairing Flavor notes Common Questions Why You Should Try Daing Na Bangus ASAP Filipino daing na bangus is kinda my emergency meal. You know those lazy mornings when you want a five-star breakfast but do NOT want the kitchen …
Overview of laing Preparing taro leaves Cooking coconut milk Adding spices Serving Regional Bicol version Tips Common Questions Give laing a shot—you'll thank yourself So lately, my friends have been asking me for a Filipino laing recipe that won’t end in epic kitchen disaster. I get it. You see this creamy taro concoction at potlucks …
Introduction to adobo sa gata Preparing chicken Cooking coconut sauce Adding spices Serving Flavor notes Tips Common Questions Why This Dish Is Always Worth It Filipino chicken adobo sa gata always comes to mind when I’m craving something comforting but don’t want to eat the same dish twice in a row. Maybe you’ve tried regular …
Overview of ginataang mais Preparing ingredients Cooking coconut milk Adding sweet corn Mixing rice Serving hot or cold Dessert notes Common Questions Give It a Try – You’ll Thank Yourself Later Ever get hit with a craving for something sweet but not too sugary, comforting but not over-the-top? Filipino ginataang mais is the answer. It’s …
Introduction to inihaw na pusit Cleaning squid Preparing stuffing Grilling method Serving Dipping sauces Flavor profile Common Questions Time to Make That Grill Sizzle Filipino inihaw na pusit used to confuse me. Like, how does grilled stuffed squid end up so juicy, not chewy, and, not to exaggerate, but pretty much stealing the show at …
Overview of goto Preparing rice Cooking tripe Making broth Serving hot with egg Garnishes Comfort dish notes Common Questions Ready for Your Own Bowl of Goto? So, Filipino goto recipe, huh? I bet you’ve been there—cold, rainy day, maybe even feeling a little off, and suddenly you’re craving something warm that just “sticks to your …