Pochero is a stew that originated in Spain and is now regarded as one of the best comfort foods you can make at home. It’s considered a “peasant soup” because of its easily accessible and inexpensive ingredients. But even if others call it a “peasant soup,” this pata pochero is rich in flavor. This is…
Pancit Batil Patung is a popular noodle dish in Tuguegarao City, Cagayan. It is composed of two parts: the noodles with toppings, and the sauce which looks like an egg drop soup. Poached egg along with sautéed meats and vegetables are topped over the fresh miki noodles, while a piece of egg is cracked and stirred-in simmering beef…
Carbonara is a pasta dish that is popular at any Filipino party. If you find a pasta dish cooking in a Filipino kitchen it’s probably one of two kinds: a sweet, tomato-based spaghetti, or the creamy, meaty carbonara. Authentic carbonara is flavorful and delicious; the heaviness of the sauce balances well with the salty pork…
For those who love rich and creamy flavors, this Tuscan Salmon recipe is just perfect for you. With an indulgent mix of whipped cream, butter and cheese, Tuscan Salmon is bound to be a family favorite. By following just a few quick and easy steps, you can have it at your dinner table in no…
Traditionally, kare-kare is made with tripe or oxtail as its main protein –– but today, we’re using chicken instead! Chicken kare-kare is a rich and hearty meal your whole family can enjoy. Kare-kare is one of the most popular Filipino dishes. Its name comes from the word “curry,” and is an easy favorite in many…
Of the many Filipino desserts that have graced tables at family reunions and Christmas parties, Leche Flan is one of the most popular and most loved. In fact, it even ranks first on my list of personal favorites. Flan is a custard dessert known for its milky, sweet taste and the spongey, gelatin-like texture. It…
Nothing beats a good holiday meal, especially as this often involves a gorgeous and appetizingly fragrant array of other dishes on the dinner table. But what often goes unnoticed is the creativity and resourcefulness that comes from making the most of the dishes left over. Because even if the holidays and the celebrations have come…
Some of the primary characteristics that enter our minds when we think of cake are probably light, fluffy and sugary sweet. But veering off to the East might introduce us to another kind of cake altogether– one that is sticky, still as fragrant and sweet, but far more known for its thickness and delightful density….
The phrase “Ginataang Alimasag” refers to crabs cooked in sweet, tasty coconut milk. Filipinos love anything with gata or coconut milk –– you could say we go nuts for coconuts! It’s one of our most abundant produce, especially since we live in a tropical country. We love coconut juice at the end of a long…
If there is one commonly identifiable factor in most Filipino dishes, it is its compatibility with the ever versatile side dish, being rice. A great deal of food establishments try to offer unlimited rice as an incentive for customers to visit. And most meals simply contain the glorious grain to cater to Filipino audiences. The…
