Pata Tim is a Filipino pork dish that turns a whole pork hock into a tender, glossy, sweet and savory centerpiece. Slow-cooked with soy sauce, oyster sauce, pineapple, star anise, bay leaves, peppercorns, and Sprite, this Pata Tim recipe creates a rich sauce that tastes wonderful with steaming rice or noodles. Pata Tim through photos…
Ginisang pechay with sardines made by sautéing canned sardines and pechay in a sauce made by tomato, onion, garlic, pepper and salt. Serving ginisang pechay with sardinas is a hack if you want to feed your kids an economical but nutritious at the same time. Follow our recipe to make this scrumptious dish in your…
Chicken Caldereta is one of those Filipino dishes that can make an ordinary lunch feel extra special. Tender chicken is simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with potatoes, carrots, bell peppers, liver spread, cheese and chilies. The result is savory, slightly sweet, creamy and wonderfully hearty. Served with a generous scoop of hot rice, this…
Pilipit or as some may know as “Shakoy” is a deep fried Filipino Twisted Donut. It’s a classic snack that’s slightly crunchy on the outside and soft in the inside, enjoyed as is, served with a sweet sauce on the aside, sprinkled with sugar after being freshly fried, or sometimes coated in a simple caramel…
Craving Maja Blanca but ran out of coconut milk? No problem! This Maja Blanca without coconut milk is a creamy, smooth, and delicious version made with all-purpose cream instead. It has the familiar sweet corn flavor and soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes this Filipino kakanin a favorite for celebrations, merienda, and simple family desserts. Traditional…
Mango Graham Float is one of those Filipino desserts that can instantly make an ordinary day feel special. Creamy, fruity, crunchy, and wonderfully cold, this no-bake treat brings together ripe mangoes, sweet cream, condensed milk, and honey graham crackers in simple layers. It looks beautiful in a glass dish, yet it does not require an…
If you love Filipino kakanin, Bibingkoy is one dessert you should definitely try. This special Caviteño rice cake combines soft, chewy glutinous rice dough with a sweet red mung bean filling and a rich coconut sauce. Add chewy sago, and optionally jackfruit or kaong, and you get a dessert that is creamy, sticky, sweet, and…
Iskrambol, also known as Pinoy Ice Scramble, is one of those colorful Filipino treats that instantly brings back childhood memories. Sold by street vendors in cups or plastic containers, this icy dessert is especially popular during hot days. A generous scoop of sweet, fluffy ice is topped with powdered milk, chocolate sauce, colorful candy sprinkles,…
Nothing brings back childhood merienda memories quite like a cup of Filipino fishballs served with a generous amount of sweet and savory fishball sauce. Whether bought from a neighborhood street vendor or enjoyed at home, fishballs are one of those simple snacks that Filipinos can easily crave. This Homemade Fishballs with Fishball Sauce recipe takes…
If you are looking for a chicken wing recipe that is crispy, savory, garlicky, and packed with cheesy flavor, these Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings are a delicious choice. Each wing is coated in a light, crunchy cornstarch crust, fried until golden, then tossed in fragrant garlic butter and Parmesan cheese. The result is crispy chicken…
