Introduction to ensaladang mangga Choosing mangoes Preparing ingredients Mixing with bagoong Serving Side dish ideas Flavor notes Common Questions Ready to Shake Up Your Dinner Table? Filipino ensaladang mangga always makes me think of backyard BBQs when the food table’s stacked with grilled meats, rice, and all sorts of tangy, crunchy sides. Ever felt like …
Overview of lumpiang sariwa Preparing wrapper Making vegetable filling Rolling technique Serving with peanut sauce Party dish Variations Common Questions Give This Filipino Classic a Spin Tonight Filipino lumpiang sariwa is one of those foods that haunts you when you’re away from home. Imagine this: you’re starving, craving something light but filling, and your fridge …
Introduction to ginisang sayote Preparing sayote Cooking aromatics Sauteing with vegetables Serving Flavor notes Easy dish tips Common Questions Ready to try sayote for dinner? Filipino ginisang sayote is pretty much my go-to when life gets wild, groceries are running low, or let’s be real – I just want something fast, filling, and healthy (ish). …
Overview of maja blanca Preparing coconut milk Cooking mixture Adding cornstarch Garnishing with latik Serving cold Dessert notes Common Questions Your homemade coconut treat—made easy! Ever get that craving for something cold, creamy, and sweet but also a little bit tropical? Filipino maja blanca totally scratches that itch. I remember the first time I made …
Introduction to chicken binakol Choosing chicken cuts Cooking with coconut water Adding vegetables Seasoning Serving hot Regional variations Wrapping it up Filipino chicken binakol is that sneaky superstar soup nobody tells you about—until some rainy or let’s-face-it, blah day, you NEED comfort, but want something way more interesting than your average chicken soup. Sure, you …
What is paksiw na bangus? Preparing milkfish Cooking with vinegar and spices Adding vegetables Serving Health benefits Storage tips Ever struggled to make something comforting, light, and easy when you’re tired of the usual fried stuff? Filipino paksiw na bangus jumps in to save my dinner almost every time. It’s that honest-to-goodness dish you reach …
Overview of pancit bato Preparing noodles Cooking sauce Stir-frying with vegetables Adding protein options Serving hot Regional background Want more noodle wisdom or curious about pancit variations? My noodle-obsessed crew loves this Pancit Bato Guisado Recipe for step-by-step help. If street food is more your vibe, check out the wild pancit creations at Filipino Street …
Introduction to pinakbet Choosing vegetables Preparing bagoong Cooking vegetables Seasoning Serving with rice Cultural importance Filipino pinakbet Ilocano is seriously the answer for anyone craving a veggie packed meal that’s pure Filipino comfort food. Ever search your fridge and just see a bunch of random veggies staring at you, making you wish you knew what …
What is Batangas lomi? Preparing noodles Cooking broth Adding toppings Serving hot Best occasions Regional popularity Wrapping up Filipino lomi Batangas cravings hit hardest when it rains. You ever just look outside and think, Man, I need a huge bowl of something hot, thick, and loaded? I do. And if you’ve got tastebuds that scream …
Overview of sinigang na hipon Preparing shrimp Cooking tamarind broth Adding vegetables Seasoning Serving hot Flavor tips Filipino sinigang na hipon is that dish you crave when you’re worn out, stressed, or just need a full-body wake-up. I mean, how many soups out there slap you awake and hug you at once? Not many. Picture …
Introduction to tortang talong Roasting eggplant Preparing egg mixture Cooking omelet Serving suggestions Variations Healthy notes You know that moment on a weekday morning when you open the fridge and, sigh, nothing exciting is staring back at you? Filipino tortang talong is the meal that pulls you out of a breakfast rut. It’s humble — …
What is goto? Preparing beef tripe Cooking rice porridge Seasoning with ginger Adding toppings Serving hot Comfort food tips Filipino goto has been my go-to fix when rainy days hit and I’m craving something warm. You ever get stuck indoors with a storm raging outside, feeling homesick for your childhood snacks? Yeah, that vibe. Or …
Overview of ensaladang talong Roasting eggplant Preparing dressing Mixing vegetables Serving as side dish Flavor tips Variations You ever just stand by the grill (or okay, open flame on the stovetop if you’re fancy like that), thinking about what makes a simple veggie dish taste so much like home? Filipino ensaladang talong always pops into …
What is chicken pastel? Preparing chicken and vegetables Cooking creamy sauce Baking or stovetop options Serving hot Occasion dish Flavor variations Filipino chicken pastel is that magic dinner move when you want something special but not, you know, “whole Sunday in the kitchen” complicated. Ever try listing new meals for a family week and just …
Introduction to ginataang mais Preparing sticky rice Cooking with coconut milk Adding corn and sugar Serving warm Dessert occasions Flavor notes Filipino ginataang mais has this magical way of turning boring afternoons into something to look forward to, especially when you need a pick-me-up that feels like a warm hug from your Lola. Tell me, …
Overview of callos Preparing beef tripe Cooking with tomato sauce Adding vegetables Seasoning Serving hot Historical influence Wrapping Up Filipino callos is one of those dishes you hear about if you grew up in a Filipino or Spanish-influenced home. It’s the kind of beef tripe stew that shows up during special feasts, or when you …