Thinking of a very Filipino lunch or dinner offering? Ginataang mongo is one of the safest bets. This is a spectacular dish for us Filipinos not only because it consists of ingredients that are so familiar to us, but also the nutritional value they bring to the table. That puts a positive spin to us…
Tell me I’m crazy, but it’s true. I created another version of adobo which also makes use of okra as main ingredient. This is unusual and uncommon recipe’s that I cooked. Believe it or not, I found it very delicious. Ingredients: 500 g of pork spareribs, cut in to a small chunk 2 gloves of…
Minced beef or locally known as giniling (it is also called picadillo in Latin American countries) is composed of ground beef plus a handful of vegetables and spices. It is full of great flavor and its versatility can take it on the table during breakfast (it is not surprising to see Filipinos eat rice in…
Abundance of bananas in our country is a blessing we should take advantage of. You can use to it by baking, banana chips, banana cue, pinaypay na saging and so many more. This is the advantage that I live in a tropical country. Banana offers a lot of nutrients such as Vitamin C, iron, Calcium,…
Pinaypay na saging is a famous Filipino snack or dessert made with thinly sliced, battered, and deep-fried plantains till crispy and golden brown. The name “pinaypay” is derived from the Filipino word for “fan,” since the sliced plantains are stacked in a fan configuration before being battered and fried. For extra sweetness, pinaypay na saging…
Do you enjoy seafood? If so, here’s the other way of cooking it for your lunch and dinner. I hope you’ll love this curry recipe that I made because I believe this is the healthiest curry I have ever cooked. There are lots of variations and colourful ingredients and it tastes good too! Ingredients: 2…
Dinuguan or big blood stew is commonly served in Filipino gatherings in the Philippines such as birthdays, fiestas, wedding, funerals, anniversaries or reunions. But they are not only served during these special occasions. Dinuguan can also be cooked for domestic consumption or bought at a nearby eatery. I learned to cook dinuguan when I was…
Bicol express is a spicy dish commonly cooked with a generous amount of chili, coconut milk and shrimp paste. Served as a dish with rice or can be a pulutan with ice-cold beer but it depends on variations you use. At first, I don’t really know what is the reason why it is called “Bicol…
Tinola in Tagalog, tinuwa in Cebuano or la uya in Ilocano is a soup-based dish served as an appetizer or main entrée in the Philippines. This is an ideal treat served with rice during cool periods such as rainy days where hot soup is best appreciated. Traditionally, this dish is cooked with chicken, wedges of…
Chili con carne or more commonly known as simply “chili” is a spicy stew containing chili peppers and meat. Traditional versions are made using chili peppers, garlic, onions, and cumin, along with chopped or ground beef. Beans and tomatoes are frequently included. This great chili has to be one of the best dishes to serve to…