Fish

Sweet and sour fish tilapia, also known as escabecheng tilapia, is a delightful and flavorful dish that’s perfect for the whole family. This recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.

Inihaw na tilapia with salted egg or grilled tilapia. This recipe may not be your typical inihaw na tilapia. In this recipe, the fish tilapia is prepared with certain spices for stuffing, along with a salted egg. From the very basic inihaw na tilapia, salted egg is added to the ingredient list to bring out the natural taste of the fish. It tastes creamy, juicy on the meat, and a bit salty, which makes the dish more delectable. The dish is best eaten warm with a bowl of warm rice. The inihaw na tilapia with salted egg can be served plain or with toyo mansi, a calamansi-soy sauce dip that you can spice up with red chili if you go with it. For a smokey taste, grill the tilapia fish using hot charcoal; it tastes better, but it depends on your preferences.

This Paksiw na Tulingan Recipe, Bisaya Style, is not particularly a fancy dish, but it is tasty and ideal to serve for the entire family.

Tuna Alfredo pasta is a tasty dish that is quick and easy to prepare. The dish is made of linguine pasta and tuna flakes, along with cream and milk, then season with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Parmesan cheese and parsley were added to the dish to give it a burst of color and flavor. This recipe is one of my favorites because it tastes great, is straightforward, and easy to prepare. Try this beautiful pasta recipe at home.

This Inihaw na Tulingan is not only delicious but also a healthy and satisfying meal. It’s perfect for outdoor gatherings, family dinners, or even a simple lunch by the beach. Serve it with a side of steamed rice, a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, calamansi, and chili, and some fresh vegetables for a complete and balanced meal.

This homemade Spanish sardines sa Kawali, or Spanish-style sardines, is very delicious. It has a savory flavor that makes it perfect to pair with warm rice.

Inihaw na tilapia, also known as grilled tilapia, is a common dish in the Philippines. This tilapia dish is very basic; it is made with the fish tilapia, salt, and pepper to taste, with no spices added. Inihaw na tilapia has many methods to prepare, but this recipe will show you the quick and simplest way to cook. Inihaw na Tilapia is best eaten warm with a pair of warm white rice. You can serve the fish alone or with a dip sauce of toyo mansi, a soy sauce with calamansi, and add red chili for a spicy taste if desired. This can be served as a main dish, or "pulutan,” paired with cold beverages. By the way, I usually grill tilapia using hot charcoal; it tastes better, but it depends on your preferences.

Ginisang Sardinas with egg, or ginisang sardinas na may itlog, is a common dish in the Philippines. The dish is made of canned sardines, likely tomato-based. It's sautéed with garlic, onion, tomato and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. It’s not a fancy dish, but it’s delicious and nutritious enough to feed your hungry stomach. Try this Filipino quick and easy recipe at home.

Paksiw na Bangus is one of my most preferred and favorite Filipino dishes. This recipe features milkfish, or bangus, cooked in vinegar along with aromatic spices like garlic, ginger, and peppercorns, and seasoned to perfection. Paksiw is a classic Filipino cooking method that results in a dish that’s tangy, savory, and incredibly satisfying. What I love most about this dish is its simplicity—it’s easy to prepare yet packed with flavor.

I especially enjoy eating Paksiw na Bangus early in the morning, or pamahaw in the Bisaya dialect. It’s the perfect way to start the day, paired with warm white rice and a hot drink like coffee or "sikwate,", a rich Filipino hot chocolate drink. The tangy vinegar sauce complements the tender, flaky bangus, making every bite a delight.

Try this Paksiw na Bangus recipe at home and experience the comforting flavors of Filipino cuisine. I’d love to hear your thoughts—share with me what you think of this dish!