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 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 chicken afritada Ingredients list Browning chicken Cooking tomato sauce Adding vegetables Seasoning Serving hot Common Questions Why Afritada Is Always a Win at My Table Filipino chicken afritada has bailed me out more times than I care to admit. You know those weekday dinners when everyone’s tired (you, especially) and honestly, the thought…
What is kinilaw na hipon? Cleaning shrimp Preparing marinade Mixing ingredients Serving cold Freshness tips Flavor variations Common Questions Dive Into Your Own Kinilaw Adventure! Filipino kinilaw na hipon always shows up in my summer cravings. Seriously, if you’re melting in the Manila heat or just daydreaming about the islands, cold and tangy shrimp hits…
Overview of sotanghon soup Preparing chicken broth Cooking glass noodles Adding vegetables Seasoning Serving hot Comfort food tips Common Questions A Warm Bowl For Every Day Filipino sotanghon soup is basically the superhero for anyone shivering on a rainy afternoon, stuck battling a cold, or just hit with those random hunger pangs at the weirdest…
Overview of sinampalukang manok Ingredients list Preparing chicken Cooking tamarind broth Adding vegetables Serving hot Health benefits Common Questions Give It a Try and Taste Home Filipino sinampalukang manok is my go-to when the weather’s gloomy or everyone’s down with the sniffles again. You ever have days when you just crave something extra homey, but…
Introduction to ginisang monggo Preparing mung beans Sautéing aromatics Cooking beans with vegetables Seasoning Serving with rice Nutrition notes Common Questions Ready to Ladle Up Some Comfort? Filipino ginisang monggo was always my family’s “is it Friday already?” meal. You ever crave something simple, healthy, but extra comforting—like rain’s tapping at the window and your…
Introduction to chicken binakol Key ingredients Preparing chicken and vegetables Cooking in coconut water Adding lemongrass and ginger Serving hot Health benefits Common Questions Soup That’s Meant To Be Shared Filipino chicken binakol has probably entered your radar if you’ve ever craved a warming soup that’s actually refreshing. Ever felt like tinola is great and…
Overview of pancit lomi Ingredients Cooking chicken Preparing noodle soup base Adding vegetables Thickening soup Serving hot Common Questions Ready to Slurp Some Comfort? Filipino pancit lomi is hands-down my go-to whenever I’m craving a warm hug in a bowl—especially on those drizzly afternoons that make you want to stay under the covers all day….