Easy Pancit Bihon Recipe for Beginners

Plate of easy Filipino pancit bihon with vegetables and chicken garnished

Ingredients Cooking noodles Soak the bihon Build the flavor base Season and steam Mixing vegetables Veggie swaps and add-ins Serving Common Questions How do I stop the noodles from turning mushy? Can I make bihon ahead? What protein can I use instead of chicken? How do I reheat leftovers? How do I know the flavors …

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Chicken Sopas – Filipino Creamy Macaroni Soup

Bowl of chicken sopas, a creamy Filipino macaroni soup with chicken and vegetables.

Ingredients What you will need Swap ideas Cooking chicken broth Broth tips Adding pasta Creamy finish Common Questions Ready for a cozy bowl tonight chicken sopas filipino macaroni soup cravings hit hardest when the sky looks gray and you just need a bowl of something warm and familiar. I have those days a lot. When …

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Filipino Garlic Fried Rice (Sinangag) Recipe

Plate of Filipino garlic fried rice sinangag with crispy garlic pieces on top.

Introduction Ingredients Cooking garlic rice Prep the rice Toast the garlic Fry and finish Flavor tips Small moves that make a big difference Serving ideas Common Questions Ready to make it today? filipino garlic fried rice sinangag is that one breakfast you can count on when you have leftover rice in the fridge and a …

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Filipino Fish Balls With Sweet-Spicy Dip

Delicious homemade Fish Balls Filipino Style served with spicy fish ball sauce.

Ingredients Dough mix Pulse and combine Check the texture Chill for flavor Shaping Quick scoop method Frying Sauce recipe Common Questions How to serve it like a street cart at home Pro tips that make a difference A quick game plan for busy nights My simple timeline Cozy wrap-up for your kitchen Fish Balls Filipino …

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Mini Chicken Arroz Caldo Snack Cups

Creamy Chicken Arroz Caldo Snack Bowl topped with green onions and ginger.

Ingredients Pantry swaps that still taste amazing Prep Make ahead to save time Cooking Build the flavor base Keep the cups crisp Garnishing Serving Easy serving ideas Common Questions A tiny cup of comfort you can hold Chicken Arroz Caldo Snack Bowl craving hit you at 3 p.m., but you want something tidy, easy to …

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Crispy Filipino Corn Fritters

Crispy Filipino Corn Fritters ready to serve as a delicious starter or snack.

Ingredients Mixing Dry bowl, wet bowl Fresh vs canned corn Frying Pan-fry vs deep-fry Dipping sauces Storage Reheating methods Common Questions Ready to Fry Up a Batch? Filipino Corn Fritters are that snack you make when the craving hits but you don’t want to fuss. Maybe you’ve got a can of corn staring at you …

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Soft Puto Cheese Snack Bites

Fluffy Puto Cheese Snack, a Filipino steamed rice cake with a cheesy twist.

Ingredients Mixing Dry and Wet Together Right Consistency Check Steaming Steam Setup That Works Toppings Cooling Serving Ideas Common Questions Ready To Steam And Snack Puto Cheese Snack cravings hit at the most random times, right when you want something soft, warm, and a little cheesy. I feel you. I grew up on bite sized …

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Tropical Halo-Halo – Colorful Filipino Party Dessert

A colorful Tropical Halo-Halo dessert with fruits, beans, and ice cream layered over shaved ice.

Why This Tropical Halo-Halo Belongs At Your Party Ingredients What You Can Swap Prep Ahead Tips Layer sweet beans, jellies, and fruits Build the Base Choose Your Jellies Add ice and milk Crushed or Shaved Ice Serve cold Common Questions Can I make Tropical Halo-Halo ahead? What if I can’t find ube ice cream? Is …

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Mini Lumpia Bites – Filipino Party Finger Food

Delicious Mini Lumpia Bites filled with pork, shrimp, and veggies served with sauce.

Ingredients Fill wrappers Roll tightly Fry until golden Check your oil Air fryer option Serve crispy Dips and sides Common Questions Ready to Crunch Into Party Heaven Mini Lumpia Bites are my secret party weapon. They disappear faster than I can fry the next batch, and every crunchy bite tastes like home. If you need …

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Chicken Sisig Lettuce Wraps – Filipino Fusion Party Appetizer

Delicious Chicken Sisig Lettuce Wraps garnished with green onions in lettuce cups

Introduction Ingredients Prepare sisig Marinate the chicken Cook, chop, and sizzle Serve on lettuce Add toppings Crunch, cream, and tang Serve fresh Common Questions A tasty wrap for any get together Introduction Chicken Sisig Lettuce Wraps saved me the last time I had friends over and no energy for complicated appetizers. You know those moments …

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Chicken Longganisa – Sweet Filipino Sausage for Kids

Homemade Chicken Longganisa served with rice, showcasing sweet and savory flavors.

Ingredients Mix ground chicken Form sausages Pan-fry and serve Common Questions Why Kids (and Honestly, Adults) Go Nuts for This Chicken Longganisa – just saying it makes my mouth water. If you’ve got picky kids who won’t touch anything green or “weird,” you’re not alone. My mornings used to be a circus of “I-don’t-like-that” and …

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Chicken Sopas – Creamy Filipino Macaroni Soup

Bowl of Chicken Sopas, a Filipino chicken macaroni soup with creamy broth and tender chicken.

Ingredients Cook macaroni Add chicken and milk Simmer Serve warm Common Questions Why You Gotta Try It This Week Chicken Sopas just hits different when it’s rainy, you’re fighting a cold, or you just plain need a warm bowl of comfort. Seriously, I can’t count how many times this creamy Filipino macaroni soup basically saved …

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Grilled Chicken Tocino Skewers – Sweet Filipino Treat for Kids

Delicious Chicken Tocino Skewers grilled and served with a tangy salsa.

Ingredients Marinate Chicken Grill Until Golden Serve with Rice or Dip Common Questions Make This for Your Next Family Hangout Chicken Tocino Skewers make tackling some weeknight struggle a little less… tiring, right? My kids hear anything with “sweet chicken” and suddenly they’re setting the table instead of pretending not to hear me. You want …

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Chicken Tocino Rice Bowl – Sweet Filipino Breakfast Classic

Chicken Tocino Rice Bowl with garlic fried rice and egg, showcasing the savory Filipino dish.

Why You Will Love This Recipe Chicken Tocino Ingredients Equipment Needed How to Make Chicken Tocino Tips for the Best Homemade Chicken Tocino Serving Suggestions Common Questions Try This Sweet Morning Bowl ASAP Chicken Tocino Rice Bowl has this magical effect on my mornings—I’m not kidding, it pretty much drags me out of bed with …

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Pandesal Breakfast Sandwich – Filipino Bread with Egg & Cheese

Delicious Pandesal Breakfast Sandwich with scrambled eggs and longganisa

Cultural significance of Filipino breakfast sandwiches Step-by-step preparation guide Variations of Filipino breakfast sandwiches Tips for perfecting the recipe Nutritional information and serving suggestions Common Questions Your New Favorite Filipino Breakfast Awaits Ever had one of those mornings where you just want real comfort food? Let me tell you, a Pandesal Breakfast Sandwich is my …

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Filipino Avocado Toast – With Calamansi & Crispy Egg Topping

Filipino Avocado Toast topped with a fried egg on crusty sourdough bread.

What is this popular grated egg toast on TikTok? Why should you bother grating hard boiled eggs? How to make perfect hard-boiled eggs What kind of bread to use Other great pairings for grated eggs Common Questions Toast to Brighter Breakfasts Ahead Filipino Avocado Toast is popping up on my table way more often than …

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