Introduction to arroz caldo Ingredients Preparing chicken Cooking rice and broth Adding ginger and saffron Serving with boiled egg Garnishing ideas Common Questions Ready for a Spoonful of Cozy? Filipino arroz caldo is basically my go-to move when feeling under the weather or, let’s be real, just hungry and cold. You know how some days…
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…
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…
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……
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 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…
What is tinapa fried rice? Preparing smoked fish Cooking rice Stir-frying vegetables Mixing with tinapa Serving hot Breakfast tips Common Questions Let’s Get Cooking—You Got This! Filipino tinapa fried rice is one of those things that sneaks right into your heart on sleepy weekday mornings. You wake up craving something more exciting than plain white…
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…