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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