Zesty, savory and perfectly filling, Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a fantastic mid-day dish option that’s sure to please different tastes. This is because it has a light, but satisfying flavor with its range of mild sourness and saltiness. Of course, lots of people also love to have seafood pasta because of its delicate taste….
Recipes
Chicken Katsu Curry
Craving something crunchy, savory, and uniquely seasoned? If so, I think a great option would be a curry dish, but just any regular curry dish. Chicken Katsu Curry has become more popular recently with the hype that Japanese and Korean restaurants have gotten globally. But what’s gotten so many people buzzing about this dish? History…
Chicken Empanada
Chicken Empanada is a type of pastry that is stuffed with chicken meat, potato, carrots, and sweet pea.
Sinigang
Pork Sinigang or Sinigang na Baboy is a sour soup native to the Philippines. This particular soup dish uses pork as the main ingredient though beef, shrimp, fish, and even chicken (this is known as sinampalukang manok) can be used. Bony parts of the pig known as “buto-buto” are usually preferred for this dish. These parts can be either of the following: pork neck bone, chopped spare ribs, chopped baby back ribs, and pork belly. Sometimes pork kasim and pigue (pork ham) are also used.
There are several ingredients that can be used as souring agent. The most common and widely used is the tamarind fruit (known as sampaloc). Other fruits such as guava, tomato, bilimbi (known as kamias), green mango, pineapple, and wild mangosteen (santol) can also be used to make the sinigang taste sour.
I grew-up eating pork sinigang at least once a week with a saucer of patis (fish sauce) and crushed siling labuyo (chili) on the side as my “sawsawan” (sauce). During rainy days, I want my sinigang complimented with a few pieces of crunchy fried tuyo or daing (salted dried fish).
How about you? Do you want your sinigang the same way or are there other side dishes or appetizers that you prefer?
Let me know what you think. We can share ideas and let our opinions be heard by posting a comment.
Try this Filipino soup dish recipe: Pork Sinigang.
Pork Adobo
This is a recipe post for Filipino Pork Adobo. It is a dish composed of pork slices cooked in soy sauce, vinegar, and garlic. There are version wherein onions are also added. Adobo is a popular dish in the Philippines, along with Sinigang. Adobo, in general, can be cooked using different kinds of protein. Chicken…
Pork Afritada Recipe
Pork Afritada is a Filipino pork stew that resembles pork menudo. It is composed of pork shoulder that are cut into 1 inch cubes, carrot, potato, and tomato sauce. This step-up recipe also includes green pea, freshly chopped tomato, and bay leaves. A warm and inviting stew, afritada is as bright in flavor as it…
Pinoy Chicken Curry Recipe
The Philippines is considered as the melting pot of Asia. People of different race and origin call it their home. Along with themselves, these peolple (migrants, traders, and colonizers) brought their culture, tradition, and food. This is the reason why spices such as curry has made its debut in the Philippine cuisine.
Tokwat Baboy Recipe
Tokwat Baboy is a dish composed of boiled pork (either or both pig’s ears and pork belly usually) and fried tofu. The sauce made of vinegar and soy sauce gives life to this dish. Generally, this dish is considered as an appetizer or a side dish. Most people like to have their Tokwat Baboy with…
Betamax Recipe
Beyond the beautiful islands and gorgeous natural landmarks, street food contributes to the bright and bustling Philippines. Markets are full of different appetizing delights, and street vendors line every corner with filling snacks. From the humble fish ball to other grilled meats, both locals and tourists come to try the different offerings available. Depending on…
Filipino Style Escabeche
What flavors do you often look for when it comes to a meal? Do you prefer something outstandingly savory, or perhaps a touch of sourness for some excitement in the dish? Or maybe you like to have a certain level of sweetness, which is pretty common for Filipino cuisine. Well, for some cooks, it’s all…
Baked Garlic Salmon and Easy Tofu Sisig
In search of the most scrumptious, refreshing lunch dish? I have quite the combo for you. This Baked Garlic Salmon and Easy Tofu Sisig is sure to satisfy a wide range of people with its offer of both well-seasoned seafood and a vegetarian option in the sisig. I love to have these together because the…
Pork and Chicken Sinigang
What do you like to have with your Sinigang? Some people prefer those of the seafood variety like shrimp or bangus. But for others, Sinigang simply tastes better with a delicious blend of filling and satisfying meatiness. Why not have two meat components in your favorite tamarind stew for a change? This Pork and Chicken…
Bopis Recipe
Bopis is a spicy Filipino dish made from minced pigs lungs and heart. This can be served as an appetizer for beer and alcoholic beverages; it is also considered as a main dish and is best served with steamed white rice.
The recipe of bopis has continually evolved throughout the years. There are recipes with a little bit of sauce in it, while there are others that require to let all the liquid evaporate. All of the recipes that I’ve tried are good. – But I prefer dry bopis.
Malapot na Pininyahang Manok
When it comes to savory recipes, pineapple remains a very controversial ingredient for us to incorporate. But even if the clear contrast of flavors when it comes to sour tanginess and sweetness remains unpleasant to some, it has not stopped Filipino cooks from making the most of this delightful tropical fruit. Pineapple is among the…
Easy Kilawing Kambing
Directly translating to “eating raw,” Kinilaw is a popular and prominent cooking method that has been around the Philippines for centuries. Back when no one had even heard of the term “refrigerator,” many used this method to prevent their food from going bad. Fish, chicken, and other proteins were kept and marinated in souring agents…
Crispy Fried Chicken Recipe
What is comfort food to you? If you’re like me, and many other people in the world, one of the images that comes to mind is a gorgeously crispy fried chicken. Simple but flavorful, fried chicken is a treat for both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re enjoying it at a kid’s birthday party or…
Chicken Gising-gising
Looking for a spicy pick-me-up for your next cooking adventure? There’s usually a great flavor payoff from taking that risk to add a kick to your dish. But if you don’t want it to come off too strong, Filipino cooks are well aware of a component that you can add to the mix. That would…
Bagnet Pancit Canton
Can you really consider yourself a Filipino foodie without having had a taste of pancit canton? Whether saucy or dry, meat or vegetable-heavy, this dish is almost as familiar to Filipino households as a heaping bowl of white rice. If you haven’t tried pancit, it definitely wouldn’t be for a lack of opportunities, either; from…
Utan nga Langka
Most Filipino cooks would probably know about how essential coconut milk is to the cuisine. It just adds that much needed soothing flavor, and creates depth with its creaminess. And another ingredient we often use is dried fish, which for this dish, would be dulong. With its unique taste, we are able to enjoy a…
Pork Giniling with Oyster Sauce
To cook Filipino food means having a pretty good grasp of various seasonings and condiments to make a dish more sprightly and distinct. But while going the unique route is applauded, we also can’t help but lean towards familiar ones that are proven to work great with a variety of recipes. In this case, I’m…
Chicken Gizzard Bicol Express
Those who enjoy a dish that’s equal parts succulent, sweet, and spicy are sure to find a favorite in bicol express. The timeless combination of coconut milk, sharp chili peppers, and umami shrimp paste brings warmth and comfort to every bite. And who can forget about the mouthwatering, scrumptious pieces of chunky pork belly? Put…
Tapa and Egg Fried Rice
A good, old fashioned tapa and egg duo is a classic combination any Filipino would enjoy. Tender beef in a sweet and savory marinade, with creamy eggs to boot, is always a meal to look forward to, and breakfast lovers, especially, know this all too well. After all, who can resist the mouthwatering aroma that…
23 Easy Filipino Vegetable Recipes
It can be easy to dismiss healthier, more nutritious recipes as inaccessible or simply too expensive. But there are actually plenty of dishes to choose from should you decide to take up a cleaner diet. And luckily for us, Filipinos, we have an abundance of vegetable dishes to choose from. This is because of how…
Chili Garlic Oil Recipe
How much spice can you bring into your dish? For some, more of that classic kick makes for the most satisfying meal. Chili Garlic Oil is that perfect addition to your dish when you want just the right, complementary amount of spice to your savory food. You might already be familiar with this well-loved condiment…