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 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…
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…
What is rellenong manok? Preparing whole chicken Making stuffing Stuffing and baking Serving with sauce Party presentation Holiday tradition Filipino rellenong manok feels a little extra, doesn’t it? Like just the idea of a whole stuffed chicken sitting on the table screams celebration. You’ve seen those family parties — everybody waiting for the first slice,…
Introduction to tinolang tahong Cleaning mussels Cooking ginger broth Adding vegetables Seasoning Serving hot Seafood variation of tinola Conclusion Filipino tinolang tahong is just one of those dishes you make when you’re tired of the usual, don’t you think? Like, chicken tinola is great but sometimes you want the seafood version just for a change…
Overview of ginataang hipon Cleaning shrimp Cooking coconut milk sauce Adding vegetables Serving hot Regional notes Flavor tips Ever get that wild craving for something creamy, comforting, and just packed with fresh seafood flavor? Filipino ginataang hipon pops into mind every time for me. It’s that dish you think about at 2 pm and can’t…
What is tinolang isda? Choosing fresh fish Cooking ginger broth Adding vegetables Seasoning Serving hot Nutritious benefits Conclusion Ever had those days when you crave something homey, healthy, and wildly simple? Filipino tinolang isda is always my answer when I’m in that vibe. You know, when you want light soup, not the fancy type, just…
Introduction to inihaw na tilapia Cleaning tilapia Making tomato stuffing Grilling tips Serving hot Party dish Healthy notes Wrapping it up Filipino inihaw na tilapia is one of those dishes that always makes me think of sticky-hot afternoons, smoke curling from the backyard grill, and the whole family acting like amateur food critics. Ever tried…
What is inihaw na pusit? Cleaning and preparing squid Marinating Grilling techniques Serving with spicy vinegar Presentation tips Flavor variations Common Questions Make Filipino grilled squid at home—yes, you can! Filipino grilled squid is a backyard barbecue superstar, but have you ever tried getting it just right? I always used to worry I’d make it…