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…
Overview of ginisang ampalaya Preparing bitter melon Sautéing garlic and onions Adding eggs Seasoning Serving suggestions Health benefits Common Questions Let’s Make Bitter Melon Delicious, Seriously Filipino ginisang ampalaya is one of those dishes you either love at first bite or wrinkle your nose and come back to it later in life. When I was…
Introduction to bulanglang Choosing fresh vegetables Preparing guava broth Cooking vegetables Seasoning Serving hot Nutritional benefits Common Questions Ready for Soup That’s Pure Pinoy Comfort? Filipino bulanglang is honestly the kind of dish you think of when you just want something warm, healthy, and straight-up comforting. Ever have one of those days when you’re staring…
Overview of laing Preparing taro leaves Cooking in coconut milk Adding chili and seasoning Serving with rice Storage tips Regional variations Common Questions Why you’ll love laing (and gotta try it) Filipino laing is a lifesaver for those nights when you’re sick of the usual fried stuff, hungry for something with more oomph, but also……
Overview of ukoy Preparing batter Adding shrimp and vegetables Frying tips Serving with vinegar dip Party snack ideas Variations Common Questions Give Ukoy a Whirl Tonight Filipino ukoy used to stump me at parties. I’d stand there, plate in hand, staring down at this golden, crispy pile. Shrimp tails poking out like antennae. Every auntie…
Introduction to chicken sopas Ingredients Cooking chicken Preparing macaroni Adding milk and vegetables Seasoning Serving tips Common Questions Soup for the Soul – Ready for Your Next Bowl? Filipino chicken sopas. Who hasn’t craved this dish when it’s raining buckets or when a cold just smacks you in the face out of nowhere? You know…
What is tinolang isda? Choosing fresh fish Preparing ingredients Cooking ginger broth Adding vegetables Seasoning Serving hot Common Questions Ready for a bowl of pure comfort? Filipino tinolang isda always shows up when I’m desperate for something fuss-free, nourishing, and (let’s be real) a break from heavy, oily dinners. You know those evenings? You open…
What is bangus sisig? Ingredients Cooking and flaking milkfish Preparing sisig seasoning Mixing and serving Garnishing Healthy tips Common Questions Go On, Give It a Try! Filipino bangus sisig is my go-to when I want something honestly delicious but lighter than the usual pork stir-fry. Maybe you have been craving that classic sizzling goodness, but,…
Introduction to sinigang Ingredients needed Cleaning shrimp Preparing tamarind broth Adding vegetables Seasoning Serving hot Common Questions Tangy, Heartwarming, and Always a Hit Filipino sinigang na hipon with vegetables is hands-down my absolute go-to when rainy weather hits or I’m just seriously craving something comforting and tangy. Have you ever tried wrangling dinner when it…
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…