Lutong Filipino

Category: Appetizer Recipes

  • Lumpia

    Lumpia

    Lumpia is one of the dishes in the Philippines – rich in historical background. It is almost similar to the fried spring rolls in Southeast Asia and is named according to the Chinese term “lunpia,” which is another term for popiah – the popular spring roll.

    The dish can either be fresh or fried. In the Philippines, the fresh lumpia is more of a snack while the fried lumpiang shanghai is best served with rice or as a viand. The dish settled both in Indonesia and Philippines after being brought from China.

    This meat-laden dish in the Philippines has a filling complete of ground pork or beef, carrots, potato, minced onion and other spices along with beaten egg. Some Filipinos use green peas or raisins in addition to the standard ingredients. It is commonly served with its unique sweet and sour sauce, which add flavor to the – already delicious dish. Nonetheless, dipping it on ketchup would be enough to make you crave for more.

    This dish is popularly served in special gatherings like fiestas and celebrations in the same way that Pancit Canton is served during these occasions. A celebration without lumpiang shanghai would be incomplete in the same way that your visit in the Philippines or learning how to cook Filipino dishes would be incomplete without it.

    So, if you are looking for a food that is not too heavy on the stomach but delicious nonetheless, lumpiang shanghai can give you that flavor and spice you’ve always wanted and desired.

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  • Lechon Kawali

    Lechon Kawali

    Lechon Kawali is one of the many Spanish-influenced and top dishes in the Philippines. It is a simpler and easier to prepare version of the common lechon because it takes only a small amount of preparation and time to cook the dish. It can even be cooked without using a pit. This means that you don’t need professional assistance or the need to use any specialized cooking technology.

    It has a relatively interesting history, which originated from the Tagalogs although it was also introduced by the Spaniards during their colony. It is similar to the popular Ilocano dish – Bagnet only that the latter crackles, dry and is light. It may also have originated in Bulacan, where deep frying pork bellies is popular.

    Nonetheless, if you want a delicious partner to steamed rice or even the famous java rice, lechon kawali is one of the best dishes that can go along with it. With this combination, you can now enjoy a full meal – especially on your “cheat days” when you can eat whatever you want!

    You can use pork belly as a primary ingredient for the dish. You can use kawali – which is a Filipino variant of wok or frying pan used for deep frying. Hence, the name “lechon kawali.”

    After cooking, you can prepare a sauce made of the mixture between soy sauce and vinegar or calamansi (lemon).

    So, look no further if you are looking out to cook or taste one of the best dishes you can find in the Philippines. But, there is no need to fly over just to taste this delicious dish. Because, you can cook it in your very own home.

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  • Chicken Macaroni Salad

    Chicken Macaroni Salad

    The Chicken Macaroni Salad – Filipino style – is just one of the many recipes or dishes that we have adapted from the west, which we have made our own by adding some twist to the classic recipe. Such twist in this case is the addition of flavor and flair such as shredded chicken, cubed cheese and/or ham, raisins and even pineapple cuts.

    If you want to make a very special dessert but don’t know what to prepare, the chicken macaroni salad – Filipino version – will surely make you crave for some more.

    On its own, the dish is probably not as unique but with Filipino flair – this is the tastiest and the most delicious dessert you could ever want. It is also healthy and packed with nutrients – enough to last you for the day. The caloric intake doesn’t make you go beyond the usual unless you’re eating a whole plate alone.

    That fact aside, the chicken macaroni salad is something more than just your ordinary macaroni salad, which is often served as side dish. This version can be served entirely as a separate dish for dessert especially during parties and gatherings of family and friends. It’s creamy, a bit sweet and a bit sour combination is something to look forward to.

    The taste is owed to the fact that it has three main ingredients namely – shredded chicken, macaroni and mayonnaise with a little spice and flair in some versions. However, the taste could vary from region to region and could vary further individually. This is something that will keep you up on your toes as you anticipate how delicious this dessert really is.

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