A hearty, savory mung bean stew simmered with pork belly, chicharon, and leafy greens—comfort food best enjoyed with steamed rice. Cooking Tips: • Soak monggo beans at least 1 hour (or overnight) to cut cooking time.• Mash a portion of the beans for a thicker, creamier texture.• Simmer gently after adding greens to preserve their…
A comforting Visayan chicken soup simmered in young coconut water with papaya, tanglad, and malunggay leaves for a naturally sweet and savory broth. Cooking Tips: • Use young and fresh coconuts for a naturally sweet broth.• Add papaya just before the chicken is fully cooked to avoid it turning mushy.• Simmer gently to keep the…
A rich and comforting rice porridge infused with ginger and turmeric, made extra indulgent with roasted beef bone marrow. Cooking Tips: • Use cold, day-old rice for the best texture in lugaw.• Adjust water gradually—lugaw thickens as it sits.• Roasting or air frying the bone marrow enhances its flavor compared to boiling. Ingredients Tips: •…
A comforting and flavorful soup loaded with eggs, mushrooms, vegetables, and a rich chicken-corn broth. Cooking Tips: • Stir slowly when adding beaten eggs to create nice egg strands instead of clumps.• Add more water or broth if you prefer a lighter consistency.• For a richer taste, replace water with homemade chicken stock. Ingredients Tips:…
A refreshing and healthy fern leaf salad paired with crispy fried bangus and tangy vinaigrette dressing. Cooking Tips: • Use fresh young fern leaves for the best texture; mature leaves can be too fibrous.• Fry the bangus on medium heat to avoid burning while keeping the meat tender.• Drizzle extra vinegar dressing right before serving…
A simple and healthy Visayan vegetable soup loaded with fresh vegetables and shrimp simmered in a light, flavorful broth. Cooking Tips: • Use fresh shrimp heads for extra flavor in the broth—just crush them lightly before adding.• Don’t overcook the vegetables to keep them vibrant and slightly crisp.• Saluyot leaves go in last as they…
A light, gingery Filipino-style clam soup with fresh vegetables—perfect for a comforting, healthy meal. Cooking Tips: • Clean clams well by soaking in salted water for at least 30 minutes to purge sand.• Do not overcook clams to avoid rubbery texture.• Add lemon juice at the end to preserve its fresh, tangy flavor. Ingredients Tips:…
A comforting Filipino noodle soup made with tender pork meatballs, miswa noodles, and fresh vegetables—perfect for a rainy day or a light family meal. Cooking Tips: • Frying the meatballs first keeps them firm and prevents them from falling apart in the soup.• Soak sotanghon in water for 10 minutes before cooking to shorten the…
A comforting Filipino beef marrow soup made with tender beef shanks, fresh vegetables, and a simple dipping sauce—perfect for cold or rainy days. Cooking Tips: • Removing the first batch of cooking liquid ensures a cleaner, less greasy broth.• Use low heat after adding vegetables to keep them crisp and vibrant.• For a richer broth,…
A fresh, mildly bitter salad with bright pineapple and juicy tomatoes—no squeezing or soaking needed! Simple, refreshing, and perfect with fried or grilled dishes. Cooking Tips: • The natural sweetness of pineapple helps balance the bitterness without soaking or squeezing.• Use freshly harvested ampalaya for milder bitterness.• Chill before serving to let flavors blend better.•…