What is rellenong bangus? Preparing milkfish Making stuffing Stuffing and sewing fish Frying or baking Serving with sauce Serving Suggestions Celebration tips Common Questions Ready to Try Rellenong Bangus at Home? Filipino rellenong bangus always pops up in family stories—especially on those days when you’re craving something “extra” but yikes, you don’t wanna spend all…
Overview of ginataang alimango Cleaning crab Cooking in coconut milk Adding vegetables Seasoning Serving suggestions Special occasion dish Ever get hit by that wild craving for Filipino ginataang alimango but all the fancy seafood joints feel like highway robbery? Yep, that’s me every few months. Good news, though: you can totally whip up this crab…
Introduction to adobong pusit Cleaning squid Cooking with vinegar and soy sauce Adding aromatics Serving hot Pairing with rice Flavor tips Common Questions Dive Into Squid Goodness Tonight! Filipino adobong pusit is my secret weapon for lazy weeknight dinners (or when I’m just flat out craving something tangy and totally unique). Ever poked around your…
Overview of kilawing kambing Preparing goat meat Making vinegar marinade Mixing with spices Serving Safety tips Cultural notes Common Questions Ready to Wow Your Taste Buds? Filipino kilawing kambing is one of those dishes you may not crave every day, but trust me, when you do, nothing else hits the spot. Ever found yourself at…
What is pinangat na isda? Choosing fresh fish Preparing broth Simmering fish Adding vegetables Serving with rice Healthy benefits Common Questions Give pinangat na isda a shot—even just once! Filipino pinangat na isda used to totally confuse me as a kid. Like, why was fish floating in a tangy soup with veggies—and why did it…
What is inihaw na tahong? Cleaning mussels Preparing garlic butter Grilling techniques Serving hot Party tips Flavor ideas Common Questions Ready to grill? Fire up your feast! Filipino inihaw na tahong can absolutely change your grilling game. Ever had one of those nights—you know, everyone’s staring at the burgers or hotdogs, bored out of their…
What is lumpiang sariwa? Preparing vegetable filling Making fresh lumpia wrappers Rolling lumpia Preparing peanut sauce Serving fresh Healthy tips Common Questions Go Make Some Fresh Lumpia Already! Filipino lumpiang sariwa is a lifesaver when I’m tired of heavy food or just need some vegetables that aren’t steamed to death (no offense, mom). Do you…
What is kinilaw? Choosing fresh fish Preparing marinade Mixing ingredients Balancing flavors Serving suggestions Safety tips Common Questions Give Kinilaw a Shot—You’ll Thank Me Later Filipino kinilaw na isda is always the answer in my head when it’s blazing hot and cooking something on the stove just sounds like a bad idea. That feeling when…
Overview of Filipino curry Ingredients needed Sautéing chicken Adding curry powder and coconut milk Cooking vegetables Serving with rice Storage tips Common Questions Try This Creamy Comfort Today! Filipino chicken curry is the dish I crave when I need cozy comfort, but my brain is just like… blah, what should I cook? This is the…
What is adobo sa gata? Ingredients needed Marinating chicken Cooking with vinegar and soy sauce Adding coconut milk Serving with rice Flavor variations Common Questions Ready to Try Your Creamy Adobo Twist? Filipino chicken adobo sa gata is one of those dishes you crave when life gets a bit much, you know? Sometimes plain chicken…