Craving a hot, cheesy homemade pizza without an oven? You’re in for a treat! This easy stovetop pizza recipe lets you enjoy all the flavors of your favorite pizza using nothing more than a frying pan with a lid. No expensive equipment, no complicated techniques, and definitely no need to order takeout. Pizza has always…
Sweet Potato Fritters, locally known as Kamote Maruya, are one of the most beloved Filipino merienda snacks. Made with sweet potatoes coated in a simple batter and fried until golden and crispy, these fritters are affordable, delicious, and incredibly easy to make. Finished with a sprinkle of sugar while still warm, they offer the perfect…
If you’ve ever walked through the busy streets of the Philippines, chances are you’ve encountered the irresistible aroma of freshly fried Kwek-Kwek. This iconic Filipino street food features hard-boiled quail eggs coated in a vibrant orange batter and deep-fried until crispy and golden. Served with a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy dipping sauce, Kwek-Kwek is…
Binangkal is a popular Filipino deep-fried bread coated generously with sesame seeds. Made with all-purpose flour, powdered milk, baking powder, butter, sugar, egg, evaporated milk, and sesame seeds, this delightful snack is known for its crispy golden exterior and soft, chewy center. Often enjoyed with a hot cup of coffee, tea, or chocolate drink, Binangkal…
Espasol is a beloved Filipino rice cake made with glutinous rice flour, coconut milk, evaporated milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and a touch of salt. Known for its soft, chewy texture and delicate coating of toasted rice flour, this traditional delicacy is one of the most popular pasalubong treats from Laguna. While many people buy…
If you are looking for a classic Filipino delicacy that is simple, affordable, and delicious, this Palitaw Recipe is perfect for you. Made with glutinous rice flour, coated with freshly grated coconut, and topped with toasted sesame seeds and sugar, palitaw is one of the most loved Filipino kakanin snacks. This soft and chewy rice…
This Kutsinta Recipe is a beloved traditional dish that has been passed down through generations. Kutsinta ( or cuchinta ) is a chewy Filipino steamed snack that’s made of 5 ingredients. Mixed, steamed, then served with load of freshly grated coconut or toasted desiccated coconut. The best recipe for kutsinta is one that’s simple, and…
If you are looking for an affordable, tasty, and easy-to-make snack, this Sardines Fishball Recipe is perfect for you! Made with canned sardines, flour, garlic, onions, and spring onions, these crispy little fish balls are packed with flavor and are incredibly budget-friendly. They are crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and best enjoyed…
Cassava Suman is one of the most loved traditional Filipino snacks enjoyed across the Philippines. Made with grated cassava, brown sugar, young coconut, and butter, this delicious kakanin is wrapped in banana leaves and steamed until perfectly soft and chewy. Also known as sumang kamoteng kahoy or sumang balinghoy, this native delicacy is commonly eaten…
If you grew up in the Philippines, then you probably have fond memories of eating Polvoron as a child. This classic Filipino sweet treat is commonly found in bakeries, grocery stores, pasalubong centers, convenience stores, and even drug stores. Wrapped in colorful cellophane paper, these crumbly milk candies have become one of the most beloved…
