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1. Crispy Pork Belly Sisig
Ingredients
1 kg pork belly
1 tbsp salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
2 tbsp cooking oil (30 ml)
1 large red onion, diced
3 red chilies, sliced
3 tbsp calamansi juice (45 ml)
2 tbsp soy sauce (30 ml)
1 egg
2 tbsp chopped green onions
Instructions
First, season the pork belly with salt and black pepper and boil for 45–60 minutes until tender. Then drain well and deep-fry at 180°C for 8–10 minutes until golden brown and crispy before chopping into bite-sized pieces. Next, heat a sizzling plate or skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil, and sauté the onions and chilies for 1–2 minutes. Stir in the crispy pork belly, soy sauce, and calamansi juice and cook for another 2–3 minutes. Finally, top with a fresh egg and green onions and serve immediately while sizzling hot.
3 Pro Tips
Chill the boiled pork before frying for extra crispy skin.
Use a cast-iron sizzling plate for authentic restaurant-style sisig.
Add the egg just before serving for a creamier texture.
How Long It Lasts & Proper Storage
Refrigerator: Up to 3 days
Freezer: Up to 1 month
Reheat in a skillet to restore crispiness.
Optional Variation
Add chicken liver spread for a richer and creamier sisig.
2. Cheesy Chicken Pastil Rice
Ingredients
2 cups cooked rice
500 g chicken breast, shredded
1 tbsp cooking oil (15 ml)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, chopped
2 tbsp soy sauce (30 ml)
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Banana leaves for serving
Instructions
First, heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant. Then add the shredded chicken, soy sauce, and black pepper and cook for 5–7 minutes until well combined. Next, stir in the cheese and cook until melted and creamy. Prepare portions of rice on banana leaves and top with the cheesy chicken mixture. Finally, wrap or serve immediately while warm.
3 Pro Tips
Use freshly cooked rice for the best texture.
Mix two kinds of cheese for extra flavor.
Lightly toast the banana leaves for a pleasant aroma.
How Long It Lasts & Proper Storage
Refrigerator: Up to 3 days
Freezer: Up to 1 month
Reheat before serving.
Optional Variation
Add chili flakes for a spicy version.
3.Garlic Butter Shrimp
Ingredients
500 g shrimp, cleaned and deveined
1/2 cup unsalted butter (115 g)
8 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice (15 ml)
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
First, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Then add the shrimp, paprika, salt, and black pepper and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Next, drizzle in the lemon juice and stir gently to coat. Finally, garnish with parsley and serve immediately while hot.
3 Pro Tips
Avoid overcooking the shrimp.
Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
Serve with rice to soak up the garlic butter sauce.
How Long It Lasts & Proper Storage
Refrigerator: Up to 2 days
Freezer: Up to 1 month
Reheat gently to avoid rubbery shrimp.
Optional Variation
Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
4. Creamy Beef Caldereta
Ingredients
1 kg beef chuck, cubed
2 tbsp cooking oil (30 ml)
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup tomato sauce (240 ml)
2 cups beef broth (480 ml)
2 potatoes, cubed
1 carrot, cubed
1/2 cup green peas
1/2 cup all-purpose cream
2 tbsp liver spread
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
First, heat the oil in a pot over medium heat and sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant. Then add the beef and cook until browned before stirring in the tomato sauce and broth. Simmer for 1½–2 hours until tender. Next, add the potatoes, carrots, and peas and cook for 15–20 minutes until soft. Stir in the liver spread and cream and cook for another 3–5 minutes. Finally, season to taste and serve hot.
3 Pro Tips
Simmer slowly for tender beef.
Add the cream near the end to prevent curdling.
Use beef shank for richer flavor.
How Long It Lasts & Proper Storage
Refrigerator: Up to 4 days
Freezer: Up to 2 months
Reheat over low heat.
Optional Variation
Add grated cheese for a richer sauce.
5. Crispy Lumpiang Shanghai
Ingredients
500 g ground pork
1 small carrot, finely minced
1 small onion, finely minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 egg
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
20 lumpia wrappers
500 ml cooking oil for frying
Instructions
First, combine the pork, carrot, onion, garlic, egg, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl and mix thoroughly. Then place 2 tablespoons of filling on each wrapper, roll tightly, and seal the edges with water. Next, heat the oil to 175°C and fry the lumpia in batches for 4–6 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Finally, drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
3 Pro Tips
Chill the filling before rolling.
Do not overcrowd the frying pan.
Freeze uncooked lumpia for quick meals.
How Long It Lasts & Proper Storage
Refrigerator: Up to 3 days
Freezer: Up to 3 months
Reheat in an oven or air fryer.
Optional Variation
Add shrimp for extra flavor.
6. Bicol Express
Ingredients
1 kg pork belly, sliced
2 tbsp cooking oil (30 ml)
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups coconut milk (480 ml)
1 cup coconut cream (240 ml)
6 green chilies
4 red chilies, sliced
1 tbsp shrimp paste (15 g)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
First, heat the oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant. Then add the pork belly and cook for 8–10 minutes until lightly browned. Next, stir in the shrimp paste, coconut milk, and coconut cream and simmer for 30–40 minutes until the pork becomes tender and the sauce thickens. Add the chilies and cook for another 5 minutes. Finally, season with salt and pepper and serve hot with steamed rice.
3 Pro Tips
Simmer slowly for a richer coconut flavor.
Add more chilies if you prefer extra heat.
Stir occasionally to prevent scorching.
How Long It Lasts & Proper Storage
Refrigerator: Up to 4 days
Freezer: Up to 2 months
Reheat gently over low heat.
Optional Variation
Replace pork with chicken for a lighter version.