Filipino ensaladang talong, a roasted eggplant salad with tomatoes and onions.

Ensaladang Talong – Eggplant Salad with Tomato and Onion

Overview of ensaladang talong Roasting eggplant Preparing dressing Mixing vegetables Serving as side dish Flavor tips Variations You ever just stand by the grill (or okay, open flame on the stovetop if you’re fancy like that), thinking about what makes a simple veggie dish taste so much like home? Filipino ensaladang talong always pops into…

A delicious bowl of Filipino ginisang monggo with mung beans, coconut milk, and vegetables.

Ginisang Monggo – Mung Bean Stew with Vegetables

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…

A bowl of Laing, featuring dried taro leaves in creamy coconut milk, garnished with chili.

Laing: Creamy Coconut Taro Leaves Made Easy

What is Laing? Why You’ll Love This Vegan Recipe Ingredients & Substitutions Variations Serving Ideas Common Questions Laing taro leaves have this way of calling out to you when you want something hearty without breaking the bank (or your back with effort). You know those nights when you somehow promised dinner for the family, but…