Ampalaya con Carne is a tasty stir-fry made with bittermelon and tender beef. It's a vegetable side dish packed with flavor and good-for-you nutrients. Delicious with steamed rice! Ampalaya can be a tricky vegetable to prepare. The gourd is known as a nutritional powerhouse with many health benefits and herbal properties, but with its myriad… The post Ampalaya con Carne appeared first on Kawaling Pinoy ..read more

Poqui Poqui is a scrambled egg dish made of roasted eggplant, sauteed onions, and tomatoes. It's a healthy and tasty meatless breakfast or dinner meal you'd feel good serving the whole family. Although my hometown, Tarlac, is known to be a melting pot of dialects and cuisine, I've never heard, much less tried, Poqui Poqui… The post Poqui Poqui appeared first on Kawaling Pinoy ..read more

You can make jam with almost any fruit, but we spotlight Manila Mangoes for this recipe. This sweet and tangy Mango Jam is perfect on toast, ice cream, cake, or just straight from the jar. Made from just three ingredients, it’s incredibly easy to prepare. It's a taste of the tropics in every bite! After… The post Mango Jam appeared first on Kawaling Pinoy ..read more

Sinabawang Tahong is a light and refreshing soup with mussels cooked in a ginger-based broth. Prepare your taste buds for a delightful dish that's great for any weather! Although our local temperatures have been relatively high, above 90 F on most days, I've been preparing soups and stews for our dinner meals. Sometimes nilagang baka,… The post Sinabawang Tahong appeared first on Kawaling Pinoy ..read more

Beef Mechado is a Filipino-style beef stew made of larded beef chunks braised in tomato sauce with potatoes and carrots. It's a delicious and filling dish that pairs well with steamed rice. The presence of marbling usually determines the quality of the beef. The more marbling it contains, the better the cut. The intramuscular fat… The post Beef Mechado appeared first on Kawaling Pinoy ..read more

Mango Curry Chicken has tasty chicken, creamy coconut milk, juicy mangoes, and curry powder for a delicious medley of sweet, savory, and fruity flavors. This hearty stew is easy to make and always a dinner hit! If you're looking for a dinner option that's easy to prep yet big on taste, this mango chicken curry… The post Mango Curry Chicken appeared first on Kawaling Pinoy ..read more

Filipino Tamales are a traditional Kampangan delicacy that is served for breakfast or snacks. Made of rice flour, coconut milk, and peanut butter, they're hearty and tasty, topped with chicken and eggs and steamed to perfection. Living in Texas and fortunate to have Mexican shops at every corner, I eat tamales regularly. However, they're a… The post Filipino Tamales appeared first on Kawaling Pinoy ..read more

Pinais na Hipon is a shrimp and pork dish wrapped in banana leaves and cooked in coconut milk. It's creamy, flavorful, and so good with steamed rice! Please take my word for it, and trust me when I tell you this PInais na Hipon dish is seafood at its best. Imagine plump shrimp, fatty pork,… The post Pinais na Hipon appeared first on Kawaling Pinoy ..read more

Daing na Bangus is one of the best-tasting fish, in my opinion, but it can be a bit cumbersome because of all the bones. Watch the video to learn how to debone and make eating easier. Plus, try the simple marinade that makes the milkfish super tasty! Starting a Kawaling Pinoy YouTube channel has been… The post Daing na Bangus appeared first on Kawaling Pinoy ..read more

Kutsinta (cuchinta) are Filipino steamed cakes made with flour, tapioca flour, and brown sugar. Soft, chewy, and topped with grated coconut, they're a delicious breakfast, snack, or dessert. I've been looking for a good recipe for kutsinta or cuchinta since forever, but my search and kitchen experiments have been sorely disappointing. That was until last… The post Kutsinta appeared first on Kawaling Pinoy ..read more