Filipino Food for Kids
A collection of kid-friendly Filipino recipes that balance bold flavors with easy preparation, perfect for picky eaters.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
Chicken Adobo
- 2 lbs chicken, cut into pieces Use bone-in for more flavor.
- 1/2 cup soy sauce Adjust based on preference for saltiness.
- 1/4 cup vinegar Less vinegar for less sour taste for kids.
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Provides garlicky flavor.
- 1 tbsp brown sugar To balance flavors.
Pancit Canton
- 8 oz stir-fried noodles Use any noodles available.
- 1 cup mixed vegetables Frozen blends work well.
- 1/4 cup soy sauce For flavor.
Filipino Spaghetti
- 1 lb spaghetti Cook according to package instructions.
- 1 jar sweet tomato sauce Regular ketchup can be used if needed.
- 3 hot dogs sliced Can substitute with ground beef.
Lumpia
- 1 pkg lumpia wrappers Spring roll wrappers can be substituted.
- 1 lb ground pork or chicken As desired.
- 1 cup shredded vegetables Carrots and cabbage work well.
Desserts
- 1 cup glutinous rice balls Used in Ginataang Bilo-Bilo.
- 1 can coconut milk For Ginataang dishes.
Instructions
Chicken Adobo
- Combine chicken, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and brown sugar in a pot.
- Marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
Pancit Canton
- Cook noodles according to package directions.
- Sauté mixed vegetables in a skillet.
- Add cooked noodles and soy sauce; stir-fry for 5-7 minutes.
Filipino Spaghetti
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.
- Mix cooked spaghetti with sweet tomato sauce and hot dog slices.
- Heat through and serve.
Lumpia
- Mix ground meat with shredded vegetables.
- Wrap mixture in lumpia wrappers and seal.
- Deep fry or bake until golden brown.
Notes
Get the kids involved in cooking to make them more excited about eating. Adjust flavors based on your family's preference.