29 September, 2008 at 7:07 am
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We feature authentic recipes mainly influenced by many cultures such as Malay, Spanish and Chinese cultures. In our modern time, the influence of United States, Germany, French, Korean have made their way into Filipino food. With an increasing number of influences from other countries as Filipino are open to embracing influences of other countries.
Filipinos love to cook and eat resulting to numerous type and flavor of food which varies from area to area in the Philippines. The staple food in some areas is rice whereas in others may be cassava (root crop). Filipino meal typically consists mostly of vegetables, seafood, meat, dairy and rice. Dishes as rich in flavor and color similar to Philippine fiestas are always inviting when served on the dining table.
Long before the Spaniards colonized the Philippines, Filipino food comprises of root crops, vegetables and seafood. Back then, Filipino food are boiled, roasted or broiled. Trades with foreigners brought different kinds of spices and plants to the Philippines that give rise to a gastronomic fusion of various countries and cultures as far as east to west.
Each region in the Philippines boasts their own line of specialties displaying unique Philippine culinary arts. The Ilocanos from the north is famed for their “Pinakbet” – a nourishing yet simple vegetable dish. Bicol Express is a hot and spicy dish rich in coconut milk that is distinctly of Bicolanos. As a sum, nothing compares to pork and chicken adobo are dishes that makes Philippines popular worldwide.
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2 April, 2010 at 6:45 am
Kilawin or kappukan is a spicy Ilocano dish from the Philippines. Find the recipe below.
Ingredients:
1 kg goat meat (preferred cuts are from the thigh, loin, neck and shoulder area)
goat’s brain, boiled
10 large-sized onions, finely chopped
2 pieces ginger, peeled and finely chopped (optional)
20 pieces (or more) chili pepper or siling labuyo, finely chopped (chili powder will do)
20 pieces kalamansi, (citrus fruit), extracted and strained (vinegar will do)
Spring onions, finely chopped
Salt to taste
Directions:
1. Thinly slice and grill choice cuts of goat’s meat.
2. Chop grilled meat into small pieces.
3. Put all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
4. Top with finely chopped spring onions.
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23 March, 2010 at 7:13 am
Ingredients:
4 large eggs
4 cups cold cooked rice
8 cloves of garlic, minced
1 small onion, minced
1/2 cup chopped green onions
4 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying the eggs, 1 tablespoon per each)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying rice)
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
FOR THE FRIED RICE
1. Heat 3 tablespoons oil in the pan over high heat.
2. Add garlic and cook until brown.
3. Put in the onions, stir for about 10 seconds.
4. Add the rice and mix well with the onion and garlic.
5. Add salt and pepper.
6. Stir in the green onions.
7. Stir fry until the rice is heated through.
FOR THE FRIED EGGS
1. Heat 1 tablespoon cooking oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Crack egg on the side of the pan, let the egg slide by itself into the pan. In order to keep the egg in a perfect rounded shape. Do not spread out too much while frying.
3. Fry for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes until the whites are firm. Serve sunny side up.
4. For a hard fried egg, gently flip the egg over using a spatula and fry each side for 25 to 30 seconds.
Repeat this Step for the other 3 eggs.
PRESENTATION
1. Fill rice in a bowl or cup. Place the bowl or cup upside down on a serving plate, then lift.
2. Place fried egg on the side of the rice. Repeat for the next three.
Recipe good for 4 persons.
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13 October, 2009 at 4:59 am
Ingredients:
1 kilo beef, sliced 1/4 inch thick (3 pcs.)
1/4 kilo ground beef liver
200 grams sliced sausages or ham
200 grams pork fat (cut is strips)
3 hard boiled eggs, sliced
100 grams cheddar cheese in strips
100 grams grated cheddar cheese
2 onions, chopped
5 bay leaf (laurel)
1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper
1/2 cup vinegar
2 teaspoon salt
2 cups of water
2 meters thread or string (for tying)
Directions:
1. Spread and stretch the sliced beef on your working table.
2. Arrange the filling on the sliced beef: sausage strips, cheese strips, sliced eggs, pork fat and some ground liver.
3. Roll the sliced beef with all the filling inside and secure with a thread or string.
4. Repeat the procedure for the two remaining beef slices.
5. On a pot, place the beef rolls and put the water, the remaining ground liver, grated cheese, chopped onions, bay leaves, ground black pepper and salt.
6. Cover the pot and bring to a boil. Simmer for one hour.
7. Add the vinegar and continue to simmer of another hour or until beef is tender.
8. Slice the beef morcon, arrange on a platter and top with the gravy on top.
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15 July, 2009 at 10:46 am
Ingredients:
2 pounds pork loin
1/3 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons finely minced garlic
Marinade:
1 cup water
2 tablespoons white wine
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
Preparations:
1. Marinate the whole pork loin for 30 minutes or more in a large pot.
2. Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
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27 May, 2009 at 12:46 am
Ingredients:
3 pounds trout, bluefish or tangigue, dressed
1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 small bay leaf (optional)
3 tablespoons vegetable or corn oil
Preparations:
1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan except the oil.
2. Marinate for one hour. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Remove fish and set aside. Reduce sauce to half and set aside.
4. Fry fish in hot oil till it is brown, and pour sauce in with fish. Simmer for 3 minutes and serve hot.
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