Nilupak na kamoteng kahoy is a filipino delicacy made of boiled or steamed cassava, margarine, condensed milk and peanuts. The term “nilupak” itself is derived from the Filipino word “lupak,” which means “to pound” or “to mash.” This name perfectly describes the preparation process of Nilupak, where cassava is peeled, boiled or steamed until soft,…
Garlic buttered mussels is a savory, scrumptious Filipino seafood dish made of pre-cooked mussels and then flavored with garlic, butter, oyster sauce, salt and pepper. This dish is perfect for appetizer or pick-a-pick for drinking or get together. This garlic buttered mussels unlocks the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of garlic, butter, and the…
Dynamite Lumpia is a Filipino appetizer spring roll, made by frying a wrapper that contains a green chili stuffed with a mixture of ground pork, cheese, onions, carrots, and herbs. The name “Dynamite” reflects the spicy nature of this dish due to the use of green chilies, which can pack a considerable amount of heat….
Fish escabeche is a flavorful dish made of crispy fried fish and sweet and tangy sauce made of vinegar, sugar and soy sauce. The sauce often incorporates colorful vegetables like bell peppers and carrots, giving the dish a visually appealing and vibrant appearance. Fish Escabeche is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a hearty family…
Pork Belly Steak is a delectable dish made from thick slices of pork belly marinated and simmered in a savory sauce featuring soy sauce, oyster sauce, pepper and calamansi juice. Following the traditional beef steak or bistek tagalog, this recipe uses pork belly for its rich, succulent meat and layers of melt-in-your-mouth fat. The pork…
Cheesy tuna lumpia is a Filipino lumpia where tuna mixture made with Canned tuna, onion, garlic, eggs and cheese is wrapped in a lumpia wrapper. This is a special twist to the traditional Filipino lumbia, where canned tuna is used instead of pork. With its irresistible flavors and mouth watering cheesy goodness, Cheesy Tuna Lumpia…
Siomai soup is a hearty soup featuring a popular dumpling called siomai. Instead of just steaming the siomai, we made a soup stock flavored with chicken broth, sesame oil, fish sauce, ginger, onion and garlic. Miswa, a hair-like noodle, and cabbage are then added for additional texture. Siomai soup is best served together with chili…
Sinigang na Hipon is a Filipino sour and savory Shrimp soup where fresh shrimps are cooked with kangkong, string beans, tomatoes, okra and radish in a sour soup base made with water, sinigang mix, tomatoes, onion, green chilies and fish sauce. This sinigang shirmp dish instantly warms up not just your tummy but also your…
Sarciadong Galunggong is a Filipino dish where tender galunggong fish, crispy on the outside is floating in a rich sauce made with fresh tomato, onion, garlic, pepper, egg and salt. This classic Filipino dish is like a comforting hug for your taste buds, inviting you to savor every bite. This dish is like a warm…
Ginisang mais is a warm soup dish where tender young corn kernels, onion, garlic, ginger, salt, black pepper, chicken broth and chili leaves are cooked together. This popular Filipino dish compliments the sweetness of corn, creating a variety of flavors that makes you think of home-cooked goodness. This filling corn dish is very economical as…
