Filipino

The Bicol Express recipe, one of the most well-known Bicolano dishes, is known for its frequent use of hot peppers as an essential ingredient and coconut, which is a famous product in the region. Pork is the main ingredient in the recipe; it is cooked in coconut milk, coconut cream, and shrimp paste (bagoong alamang). Onions and garlic are also used. And, of course, hot peppers are added to make the dish spicy, called "Bicol Express". This delicious recipe with creamy savory sauce is a must-try Filipino recipe. Try this recipe at home. Surely you will enjoy the dish. Share and enjoy! Happy cooking!

Beat the heat with this vibrant and creamy Ube Ice Candy, a delicious twist on classic Filipino ice pops! Made with pure ube (purple yam), creamy milk, and sweeteners, this frozen delight is packed into ice candy wrappers and frozen until perfectly firm. Each bite offers a smooth, sweet, and slightly nutty ube flavor that’s irresistibly refreshing.

Sikwate, or Chocolate de Batirol, is a Filipino hot chocolate made from cacao (cocoa). In some parts of Mindanao and Visayas, like Cebu, we called it sikwa'te ("sik-wah-teh"). This is also known as tsokolate de batirol since a special tool called a batirol, a wooden instrument, is used to refine the texture of the tsokolate.
The main ingredient in it is tableya. To make it, it's a must to use a Filipino tablea, a pure cacao disc of raw chocolate. Tablea, or tableya, is made from cocoa beans, also known as cacao. The cocoa beans are dried, roasted, and milled, then traditionally hand-formed into small balls and flattened to form tablets. In the modern era, molders are used to make a uniform shape of tableya. Nowadays, pure tablya is semi-hard to find. Some commercial tableya we bought from the store is mixed in with some ingredients, like sugar and milk, resulting in a smooth, delicious cup of hot chocolate. But the taste is slightly different from the pure one.
For me, I prefer to use pure tablea in making hot chocolate so that I can control the sweetness of the drinks. Making hot chocolate is very easy. Just boil the tableya disc, stirring occasionally, until it completely dissolves (a batirol, if available, is better). Adding sugar and milk will result in a sweet, smooth hot chocolate drink, just adjust the desired sweetness. It is best paired with pandesal or any bread of your choice and rice puto (called "puto sikwa'te" in some parts of Leyte).

Binangkal is a delicious Filipino sesame bread ball. Its origins are in the Visayas and Mindanao regions of the Philippines. The binangkal is made from dough, formed into small balls, coated with sesame seeds, and deep fried until crisp and golden. Traditionally, it is often eaten with a cup of hot coffee or even a cup of sikwate (Filipino hot chocolate). It is also best for an afternoon treat. Share and enjoy!

A Taste of Tradition:

This humble snack reflects Filipino ingenuity affordable, easy to make, and deeply comforting. Whether you’re reminiscing about childhood meriendas or discovering it for the first time, Binangkal is a must-try filipino recipe.

This Filipino classic ensaymada recipe is so yummy and a very popular sweet pastry among Filipinos. This bread gained more popularity for a reason: this sweet pastry can be purchased at any local bakery and the well-known chain bakeries, along with other famous breads like pandesal. This Filipino bread is best served with a cup of hot coffee or even a cup of sikwate (Filipino hot chocolate). Try our classic ensaymada recipe. Please take note that this recipe requires skills to perfect the result. The size of the oven also matters for the entire baking period.

How to make ube halaya? This ube halaya recipe, an all-time Filipino favorite, is so easy to prepare at home. Mixing is the primary method for this recipe to have a beautiful ube halaya dessert. By preparing this recipe, let’s start with boiling the purple yum (ube), then grating and mixing it into the sweetening ingredient. Ube halaya is a Filipino's all-time favorite for a great reason. It’s simple and delicious; it can be used as a filling or ingredient for halo-halo, ube turon, or even an ice candy and many more. A must-try Filipino recipe.

Pandesal or “salt bread” is a Filipino bread rolls that is commonly consumed for breakfast, served with a hot cup of coffee. This bread is the most popular in the Philippines. The price is affordable. It's a classic bread with a golden, crumb-coated exterior and a delicious taste. It is perfect to serve for breakfast or as a snack with a filling of your choice. It is also best to serve with a cup of sikwate (Filipino hot chocolate).

Pork with tausi, also known as pork tausi or pork with salted black beans, is a simple yet incredibly flavorful Filipino dish that’s perfect for everyday meals. While it may not be fancy, its savory, umami-rich taste—thanks to the fermented black beans (tausi)—makes it a standout. The pork is stir-fried with garlic, ginger, and a savory-sweet sauce, creating a dish that’s both hearty and satisfying. Best served with steamed rice, it’s a quick and delicious option for lunch or dinner. Try this easy recipe for a taste of home-cooked Filipino comfort!

Putong bigas or putong puti recipe. This is a classic puto recipe prepared with regular white rice instead of rice flour. The rice is simply soaked and ground with the help of an ordinary blender to get a rice batter. This Filipino steamed rice cake is a delicious and hearty snack or breakfast with a hot cup of coffee or sikwate (Filipino hot chocolate). Recipe Difficulty: Advance; it required skills to perfect the recipe.