Overview of laing Preparing taro leaves Cooking coconut milk Adding spices Serving Regional Bicol version Tips Common Questions Give laing a shot—you'll thank yourself So lately, my friends have been asking me for a Filipino laing recipe that won’t end in epic kitchen disaster. I get it. You see this creamy taro concoction at potlucks…
Introduction to adobo sa gata Preparing chicken Cooking coconut sauce Adding spices Serving Flavor notes Tips Common Questions Why This Dish Is Always Worth It Filipino chicken adobo sa gata always comes to mind when I’m craving something comforting but don’t want to eat the same dish twice in a row. Maybe you’ve tried regular…
Overview of ginataang mais Preparing ingredients Cooking coconut milk Adding sweet corn Mixing rice Serving hot or cold Dessert notes Common Questions Give It a Try – You’ll Thank Yourself Later Ever get hit with a craving for something sweet but not too sugary, comforting but not over-the-top? Filipino ginataang mais is the answer. It’s…
Introduction to inihaw na pusit Cleaning squid Preparing stuffing Grilling method Serving Dipping sauces Flavor profile Common Questions Time to Make That Grill Sizzle Filipino inihaw na pusit used to confuse me. Like, how does grilled stuffed squid end up so juicy, not chewy, and, not to exaggerate, but pretty much stealing the show at…
Overview of goto Preparing rice Cooking tripe Making broth Serving hot with egg Garnishes Comfort dish notes Common Questions Ready for Your Own Bowl of Goto? So, Filipino goto recipe, huh? I bet you’ve been there—cold, rainy day, maybe even feeling a little off, and suddenly you’re craving something warm that just “sticks to your…
Introduction to ensaladang mangga Choosing mangoes Preparing ingredients Mixing with bagoong Serving Side dish ideas Flavor notes Common Questions Ready to Shake Up Your Dinner Table? Filipino ensaladang mangga always makes me think of backyard BBQs when the food table’s stacked with grilled meats, rice, and all sorts of tangy, crunchy sides. Ever felt like…
Overview of lumpiang sariwa Preparing wrapper Making vegetable filling Rolling technique Serving with peanut sauce Party dish Variations Common Questions Give This Filipino Classic a Spin Tonight Filipino lumpiang sariwa is one of those foods that haunts you when you’re away from home. Imagine this: you’re starving, craving something light but filling, and your fridge…
Introduction to ginisang sayote Preparing sayote Cooking aromatics Sauteing with vegetables Serving Flavor notes Easy dish tips Common Questions Ready to try sayote for dinner? Filipino ginisang sayote is pretty much my go-to when life gets wild, groceries are running low, or let’s be real – I just want something fast, filling, and healthy (ish)….
Overview of maja blanca Preparing coconut milk Cooking mixture Adding cornstarch Garnishing with latik Serving cold Dessert notes Common Questions Your homemade coconut treat—made easy! Ever get that craving for something cold, creamy, and sweet but also a little bit tropical? Filipino maja blanca totally scratches that itch. I remember the first time I made…
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…