Rellenong Bangus (Stuffed Milkfish) Celebration Dish

Delicious Filipino Rellenong Bangus, stuffed milkfish fried to a golden crisp.

Overview of rellenong bangus Deboning and prepping Cooking stuffing Stuffing and sewing fish Baking or frying Presentation ideas Serving tips Common Questions Filipino rellenong bangus is my usual answer when someone complains, “Oh, I’d love to bring something special to a party but have no clue what to make!” Trust me, I get it—making a …

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Creamy Maja Blanca (Coconut Corn Pudding) Filipino Dessert

Delicious Filipino Maja Blanca coconut pudding topped with toasted coconut.

History of maja blanca Ingredients list Cooking coconut and cornstarch Adding corn and sugar Chilling and setting Serving with topping Storage tips Common Questions Filipino maja blanca has always been my go-to dessert when there’s a family get-together or, you know, the holidays just sneak up on me. Sometimes you just crave that sweetness you …

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Crispy Lumpia with U.S. Grocery Ingredients

Crispy Filipino lumpia, stuffed with savory pork and vegetables, served as an appetizer.

What Is Lumpia? How to Make Lumpia Key Ingredients in Lumpia Make-Ahead, Storage, and Frying Tips What to Serve with Lumpia Common Questions So, you’ve been eyeing that filipino lumpia recipe and maybe you’re feeling a littler than nervous because you’re not sure if you can pull it off. Maybe you don’t have a fancy …

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Sweet Filipino Spaghetti for U.S. Tastebuds

A bowl of Filipino spaghetti with sweet sauce and hot dogs, showcasing unique comfort food.

Why You’ll Love It Key Ingredients in Filipino Spaghetti How to Make Filipino Spaghetti Filipino Spaghetti Sauce Cooking Tips Serving Suggestions Common Questions So you’ve heard about filipino spaghetti sweet, maybe at a party or from a friendly neighbor, and now you’re wondering what all the fuss is about. Maybe you tried a bite and …

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Air Fryer Lumpiang Shanghai for a Healthy Twist

Crispy and golden brown lumpiang shanghai cooked in an air fryer.

Reasons to Love Variations Tips How To Make Lumpia In An Air Fryer What To Serve With This Recipe Common Questions lumpiang shanghai air fryer. I know, I know – you love that perfectly crispy bite with a savory filling, right? Thing is, sometimes you just want to skip the deep frying bit (nobody needs …

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Stovetop Chicken Afritada (Easy Pinoy Stew)

Savory chicken afritada cooked on the stovetop with vibrant vegetables and spices.

Cooking Methods for Chicken Afritada Key Ingredients and Substitutions Tips for Flavorful Chicken Afritada Nutritional Information and Benefits Variations and Serving Suggestions Common Questions So let’s talk chicken afritada stovetop. Ever crave a Filipino classic but have, like, zero interest in complicated kitchen gymnastics? Or maybe you tried making some “authentic” recipe you found and …

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Spicy Beef Caldereta with Cheese & Liver Spread

Delicious spicy beef caldereta in a bowl, featuring tender beef and vibrant vegetables.

What is Caldereta? What Cuts of Beef to Use for Kalderetang Baka Cooking Tips How to Serve and Store More Filipino Recipes Common Questions If you’ve ever caught yourself craving beef caldereta spicy late at night, hey, you’re in the right spot. Maybe you tried it once at a friend’s party and found yourself kinda …

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Healthy Ginisang Munggo with Malunggay Leaves

A bowl of ginisang munggo with malunggay featuring mung beans, pork, and spices.

Introduction to Monggo Beans Health Benefits of Mung Beans Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions for Pork Monggo Common Variations of Monggo Dishes Tips for Enhancing Flavor and Texture Common Questions Ever tried making ginisang munggo with malunggay but found your beans either too mushy or just… weirdly bland? I hear you. When I first made it, my …

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Laing: Creamy Coconut Taro Leaves Made Easy

A bowl of Laing, featuring dried taro leaves in creamy coconut milk, garnished with chili.

What is Laing? Why You’ll Love This Vegan Recipe Ingredients & Substitutions Variations Serving Ideas Common Questions Laing taro leaves have this way of calling out to you when you want something hearty without breaking the bank (or your back with effort). You know those nights when you somehow promised dinner for the family, but …

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Top 10 Filipino Street Food Skewers to Try

Filipino street food skewers featuring BBQ pork grilled to perfection on skewers.

Pork and BBQ in the Philippines Filipino BBQ vs American BBQ Choosing Cuts of Pork The Marinade Grilling Serving Suggestions Common Questions Let’s be real. Filipino street food skewers are everywhere, right? You walk down a busy Manila street and boom, there’s that savory smoke lingering in the air. Maybe you’re hungry after work, or …

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