One of the best things about being a Filipino cook, or being someone who has tasted the country’s cuisine, is that you have probably been exposed to various ways to have seafood. Sinigang, anyone? Since the Philippines is an archipelago, there is a lot of accessibility to the best offerings from the sea. And so…
Mussel Recipes
Tinolang Tahong Recipe
Tinolang Tahong is a mussel soup recipe with ginger and spinach.
This recipe is inspired by a famous Filipino soup dish called tinolang manok or chicken tinola — which uses chicken, green papaya wedges, and chili pepper leaves.
This mussel soup recipe is simple, budget-friendly, and delicious. This is also quick to prepare. It took me only 15 minutes to cook this dish.
Manila Clam and Mussel Tinola Recipe
Manila Clam and Mussel Tinola is a simple Filipino soup composed of no other than mussels and clams. It is cooked using ginger and onion stock (I also used fennel for this recipe to add more flavor to the soup). The soup is finished by adding fresh baby spinach and some red pepper flakes to…
Seafood Kare Kare Recipe
Seafood Kare kare is a delicious version of our beloved peanut stew using seafood such as shrimp, crab, mussels, and squid. There are no limits as to what types of seafood can be added to this dish; the choice is yours. Vegetables such as string beans and banana blossoms were also used for this recipe….
Seafood Paella Recipe
Our family make sure to cook paella during the holidays. This delicious seafood paella was prepared by my wife, Dey. I know that sometimes pictures might be intimidating, but we are confident that with a little practice and having all the ingredients available, you too can create this gastronomic masterpiece. This seafood paella was served…
Drunken Mussels Recipe
Drunken Mussels makes a good appetizer. This is best eaten with warm toast bread or with croutons. I tried to make the recipe as simple as possible so that you can follow easily. So, what makes the mussels drunk? It’s white wine. The mussels are cooked in white wine along with butter and garlic. This…
Corn Soup with Mussels and Malunggay
Corn Soup with Mussels and Malunggay is a quick and easy soup recipe that you can make anytime of the day. This dish is very timely and is a good recommendation on what to have during lent. This Corn Soup with Mussels and Malunggay Recipe is made from whole kernel corn in can, fresh frozen…
Relyenong Tahong (Stuffed Mussels)
Relyenong Tahong or Stuffed Mussels make a great appetizer. This can also be enjoyed as a main dish with rice and ketchup. The Philippines has a bountiful supply of mussels (and oysters too). These come-in with a lower price compared to other seafood, which makes this an ideal choice for many Filipinos. Aside from large…
Grilled Mussels Recipe
This Grilled Mussels Recipe makes a perfect seafood appetizer for many reasons. To name a few, it is delicious, easy to prepare, and budget friendly. I am used to do grilled mussels with butter, garlic, and cheese. I thought that it was the best thing that grilled (or baked) mussels can be – I just…
Adobong Tahong Recipe (Mussels Adobo)
Nothing compares to the simplicity and good taste of Adobong Tahong for lunch. Adobong tahong is a delicious Filipino recipe that makes use of mussel meat cooked inadobo style. I used kiwi mussels for this recipe. The package that I purchased do not include the shells and the meat were already cleaned. The only thing…