Bangus na Sinigang sa Bayabas
What is Sinigang sa Bayabas? Sinigang means “to stew in souring agents.” “Bayabas” is the Tagalog (Filipino language) term for guava fruit. Therefore, sinigang sa bayabas means to stew with …
Homemade Chicken and Vegetable Curry Recipe
Chicken and vegetable curry experience My first experience with chicken and vegetable curry was at the office cafeteria where I worked after college. I was 18 years old. Whoa, nostalgia! …
Mixed Vegetable Pakora
Pakora is an Indian dish usually with onions and potatoes. This version has more vegetables – spiced and breaded in similar fashion.
Refreshing Green Onion and Corn Salad
Salads are one of the best ways to enjoy fresh, vibrant ingredients during warm weather, and this green onion and corn salad is a perfect example. With just sweet corn …
Lomi Noodles, A Filipino Treat
What is lomi noodle? Lomi noodles are a Filipino dish prepared with fresh egg noodles, vegetables, and a choice of meat or seafood. “Noodles, vegetables and meat? So, what makes it …
Ginisang Ampalaya (Sauteed Bitter Gourd)
Hurray to my ever-favorite vegetable, which is everybody’s most-hated item in the household! Of the many Filipino dishes, ginisang ampalaya is my celebration of uniqueness and individuality in our Saudi …
Ginisang Munggo (Sauteed Mung Beans)
What is ginisang munggo? Ginisang munggo is literally a delicious sauteed mung bean stew. Ginisang Munggo is a traditional recipe and a popular legume in most Filipino households. Munggo (mung …
Recipe for Fattoush
Fattoush is a colorful Mediterranean salad that is hard to resist because of the crunch of crispy fried or baked pita bread. It’s even crunchier than the fresh vegetables that …
Tabbouleh Salad
Salad and anything green Tabbouleh salad is one of the obvious proofs of my love for anything green! This is one of the many salad variations that can make me …
Thareed, A Middle Eastern Dish with Meat and Vegetables
What is Thareed? Thareed (or Tharid) is a Middle Eastern dish consisting of red meat chunks with vegetables and thick sauce from tomatoes and tomato paste, cooked slowly, and served …