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…
Stew Recipes
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…
Callos Recipe
If there’s one thing you can count on in Filipino cuisine, it’s that we know what we’re doing with our meat. Innovative and unafraid in our cooking, Filipinos see the endless possibilities in any ingredient, and are able to make it into a dish nothing short of fantastic. It is one of our strongest points,…
Beef Mechado Recipe
Beef Mechado is a delicious tomato-based stew that pairs perfectly with a warm cup of rice. It is hearty and filling, and its taste can bring back the comfort of home. The sauce can be made from chopped ripe tomato or canned tomato sauce. This dish is prepared mostly during weekends or special occasions. I…
Beef Kaldereta sa Gata with Peanut Butter
I love beef kaldereta. It is one of my all-time favorite Filipino dish. Beef Kaldereta sa Gata with Peanut Butter is one version that I am keeping in my book. I’m sure that you know that there are different version across the Philippines. This recipe that I am sharing today is the same dish that…
Pochero with Pork and Beans
I consider Pochero as a comfort food. Aside from being delicious, it also gives me the feeling of nostalgia. I also feel comfy when eating it with rice during cold weather. You can say that this dish is a mainstay in our household during the winter season. This featured recipe called Pochero with Pork and…
Paksiw na Pata Recipe
Paksiw na Pata is pork hock cooked in vinegar and soy sauce . Although the term “Paksiw” means cooking in vinegar and garlic, the soy sauce is added to bring additional flavor and color. A bit of sugar and banana blossoms are also incorporated into the dish. This dish somewhat resembles Pork Adobo, which is…
Beef Kaldereta Recipe
Another favorite Filipino dish is the Kaldereta. It is a hearty meat dish using chevon (goat meat), beef, or pork combined with potatoes, carrots, tomato sauce, and liver spread or liver paste. This is a popular dish served during special occasions and a regular in every Filipino cookbook.
Chicken Pochero
Chicken Pochero is a type of stew composed of chicken, sausage, vegetables, plantains, and tomatoes. The harmonious collaboration of different flavors makes this dish extra special.
I love to have this stew during cold seasons. Sipping the hot soup makes me feel warm and comfortable, while the indulging tastes makes my day complete.
This recipe is not very different from the Beef Pochero that we previously featured. Instead of using Chorizo de Bilbao, I opted for Chinese sausage. I also used plantains, instead of “Saging na Saba”.
Try this Chicken Pochero Recipe and let me know what you think.
Kare Kare Recipe – Panlasang Pinoy
Kare Kare is a traditional Filipino stew complimented with a thick savory peanut sauce. The commonly used meats for this dish are ox tail, tripe, and pork leg; on some occasions goat and chicken meat are also used. Besides the peanuts, this dish depends on the shrimp paste (on the side) in order to be fully enjoyed. Traditionally, “palayok” (clay cooking pot) is used to cook this dish and it is also used as the serving pot.