Recipe Ideas
Lumpiang Baboy
Filipino Spring rolls with pork. Perfect for snacks or as a sharing platter for all occacions. What is Lumpiang Baboy Lumpia is probably the most popular sharing dish in every Filipino party and gatherings. It goes so quickly! This is also known as lumpiang shanghai but there are so many different versions of this dish. […]
Braised Squid in Soy and Vinegar
Adobong Pusit Adobo comes in many varieties, there are regional variations as well as every house hold will have their own version too! The name was given by the Spain during their time in the Philippines. It resembles a cooking technique in Spain to preserve meat in herbs, salt and vinegar. When Spain ruled Philippines they […]
Flash Tapa +Silog
Quick Stir Fried Beef Strips with Garlic Rice and Fried Egg *Updated 16 March 2023* What is Tapa? Tapa is cooked with beef, mutton, horsemeat, carabao meat, or goat meat that is dried or cured. In the Philippines, it generally means beef that is smoked. The word tapa is a Spanish word that means to […]
No Churn Biscoff Ice Cream
Deliciously quick to make ice cream, you only need 4 ingredients and you don’t need an ice cream churner! If you saw my Ube (purple yam) Ice cream, you’re going to love this one too! It’s fitting that this week we are enjoying some lovely sunshine and probably the last warmer days just before we […]
Inasal Na Manok Sa Airfryer
Fragrant Chicken Barbeque Grilled on the Airfryer Boneless Thigh Chicken Barbeque marinated in a mixture of vinegar and numerous spices such as lemongrass, garlic, and ginger. Basted with annatto and butter infused oil. Grilled in the Airfryer Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my […]
Buttermilk Pancakes with Strawberry Sauce
A quick and easy Pancake recipe with homemade strawberry sauce or compote. I must admit I have a lot of pancake recipes on here, I absolutely love pancakes and I look forward to Pancake day all the time. My family enjoyed this recipe, it’s not complicated to make and you can even get the children […]
Fire Cracker Fried Rice with Prawns
A Meal in Minutes! Sometimes you don’t want to slave in the kitchen for a good meal and ordering food is too expensive. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can […]
Adobong Manok
Pressure Cooker Series Episode 3: Adobo – Chicken Cooked with Soy Sauce and Vinegar What is Adobo Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. The word […]
Cereal Pancakes with 3 Flavours
Cereal pancakes are such a fun pancake to make and eat and I made different flavours for my own twists. You may have seen these flavours from my other pancake recipes too. It has vanilla, ube and pandan flavours. The flavours are optional if you don’t have them in your cupboard, I just thought it […]
Classic Filipino Pork Barbecue
Inihaw Baboy A Filipino favourite, it’s sweet and tangy barbecue that the whole family would like! What is a classic Filipino BBQ? Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe […]
Hipon sa Alamang at Butter
Prawns cooked in Burnt Butter and Shrimp Paste This is for my seafood lovers. The recipe for this dish is Filipino inspired seafood sauce and has a lot of flavours that will surely hit the spot! I like to make plenty and keep some in the fridge or freezer and use some in the future […]
Salmon Roll
Back to School Lunch Ideas Day 5 My teens love Sushi! To be honest I do too but it can be so expensive to buy it all the time. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information […]
Baked Oat Bar
Back To School Lunch (or snack) Ideas Day 3 Swap it & Common Questions Honey – you can use sugar too if you prefer. If you do add sugar you will need to add a bit of water too. Other alternatives would be Agave syrup or Maple syrup. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to […]
Adobo Paté
Chicken Liver pate in soy and vinegar sauce Filipinos go loco with Adobo! It’s probably the most popular dish and the most tried dish for those who are new to Filipino cuisine. I think the reason for this is that Adobo is simple to make and flavourful when done right. So Filipinos tend to cook […]
Sopas
Creamy Chicken Macaroni Soup A comforting one pot wonder that fills you up and cuddle you from the inside.. It’s creamy, filling and soupy just perfect for those cold days and or rainy days. I asked the my daughters what they would like to eat for dinner. It’s been a rainy autumn we are having […]
Prawns with Crab Paste Fried Rice
This turned out sooo good! My children really enjoyed this fried rice too, they scoffed up their food so fast. Haha! Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at […]
Sinigang na Baboy sa Kamiyas
Pressure Cooker Recipes Ep 5: Sour Soup with Pork Bones and Tree Sorrel Sinigang is a popular Filipino sour soup dish and one of my favorite foods when it’s gloomy and raining or cold in London Town. There are many variations to this dish just like Adobo. It can vary from the protein you use, […]
Bicol Express
Pressure Cooker Series Episode 2: Pork Belly Cooked in Coconut Milk (mildly spiced) What is Bicol Express According to Wikipedia, The dish was named by Laguna resident, Cely Kalaw, during a cooking competition in the 1970s in Malate, Manila. The name of the dish was inspired by the Bicol Express railway train (Philippine National Railways) […]
Atchara
Pickled Green Papaya I think Atchara is Filipinos version of Kimchi, it’s a condiment that can be paired with many Filipino dishes like fried or barbeque dishes. Families and friends can make it together and it’s a fantastic gift to give a foodie! Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my […]
Manok at Baboy na Adobo. As Seen on BuzzFeed UK Video
Braised Chicken and Pork in Soy Sauce & Vinegar What is Adobo Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. The word ‘Adobo’ is a borrowed Spanish […]
Triple Choc Coconut Pancakes
I confess, I’m a chocoholic! I used coconut flour with this recipe with some bananas, cocoa, eggs, nutella and vanilla essence. You can order some coconut flour online and maybe in your local supermarket. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered […]
Pan de Coco
Sweet Coconut Buns What is Pan de Coco Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. A sweet soft bun stuffed with sweetened coconut fillings. It’s one […]
Quick Kulawo Dip
Chard Aubergine with Coconut Cream What is Kulawo? Kulawo is another unpopular dish, I have seen a couple of variations to this dish. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can […]
Kimchi Jjigae
Kimchi Stew with Pork Belly I made some kimchi a few weeks ago, so my kimchi is pretty fermented already. Perfect to make some jjigae. Using an old or very fermented kimchi is key to this dish, the older the better! Jjagae is very popular to Korean people and now the world knows about it. […]
KFC – Kanto Fried Chicken
Crispy and FLavourful Filipino Fried Chicken If you love fried chicken, you will enjoy this recipe too! Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. In the […]
Ham and Burrata Sandwich
With Toasted Garlic and Baby Plum Tomatoes We loved this sandwich! It’s creamy and full of flavours. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. Adrian (hubby) […]
Ginisang Monggo Na May Hipon
Mung Beans with Prawns What is Ginisang Monggo Ginisang Monggo is usually eaten on a friday and according to Yummy.ph “this custom stems from the Philippines’ predominantly Catholic population, which refrains from eating meat during Friday every Lenten season. Catholics typically abstain from meat as a form of sacrifice, and monggo was a favorite substitute.” […]
Piña Hamondo
Roast Ham with Pineapple Pinya or Pineapple is an abundant fruit in the Philippines. It’s not only used for food but it’s also used for textiles and the pineapple leaves are even used as an alternative to leather! Just like pineapple, Filipinos love pork! I made Hamondao for our Christmas dinner and it was a […]
Iskrambol
Milky Slushy with Purple Yam If I say school snacks what’s the first food comes to mind? I grew up in the Philippines and what I remember during school recess or break is this cold, sweet and colourful dessert. The vendor usually seen outside of schools and parks waiting for the students and young children […]
Chicken Noodle Soup
Chicken Noodle Soup A comforting Chicken noodle soup that will leave you slurping your bowl like no one’s business! Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. […]
Pansit Baka
Egg Noodles with Cubed Beef Steaks Pancit or Pansit is noodles in Filipino. We usually eat pansit during celebrations or special occasions. BUT we should be able to cook Pansit when we want or crave them. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal […]
Satti de Zamboanga
Beef BBQ with Spicy Gravy It’s summer in London now we are all gearing up for more Barbecue foods and chilling under the sun. I’m going to show you how to make this popular dish from Zamboanga, Mindanao, Southern part of the Philippines called Satti de Zamboanga. It’s Beef or chicken barbecue sticks served with […]
Palitaw
Floating Rice Cake topped with Fresh Coconut and Toasted Sesame Seeds Palitaw is one of many ‘kakanin’ or rice cakes that Filipinos love to eat for merienda or snacks. We also serve Palitaw as a dessert at parties and gatherings. It’s a delicacy in the Philippines and it’s one of many dishes that are truly […]
No Bake Mango Float Cake
Philippine Mango also known as Carabao Mango named after native, domesticated water buffalo in Philippines. I think Philippine Mangoes are the sweetest and juiciest mangoes! Yep I know it’s a bold statements but I am confident that our native mangoes can stand against other popular mangoes. I wish they sell more of Philippine mangoes in […]
Pinoy Fruit Salad
Fruity…check! Creamy…check! Sweet…check! If you have attended a Filipino gathering before, you know that you are in for a feast! When we say, come over, we are having a small gathering for a celebration don’t expect 2-3 people or sandwiches on the table. Small gathering ends up being a living room and kitchen full of […]
Filipino Escabeche
Fried Pomfret with Sweet & Tangy Sauce What is Escabeche The Origin story is nicely written by guampedia.com. I was so fascinated by this information. The origin of the word “escabeche” is Persian. The Arabs brought the word “escabeche” to Spain in the 8th Century. The word is derived from “Al-sikbaj,” a popular meat dish […]
Maruya with Plantain
Banana Fritters What is Maruya Maruya are banana fritters usually with ‘Saba’ banana local to Philippines, coated with batter and fried until golden. It’s sprinkled with more sugar to give more sweetness. You can choose your favourite toppings to go with it of course! Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive […]
Braised Pork Leg
Patatim Slow cooked pork leg in soy, vinegar and sugar that melts in your mouth with sweet & savoury sauce. What is Patatim? Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can […]
Purple Yam Buttermilk Pancakes
Ube Pancake We Filipinos are crazy about Ube [oo-beh] or purple yam! We have it on almost every dessert, other cuisines will serve yam as a side dish with a savoury dish but Filipinos love Ube sweet. We have it on cakes, ice creams, candies and even bread. The possibilities are endless…haha! Here’s a quick […]
Protein Overnight Oats
I love this for breakfast, if I don’t make protein porridge I make these in advance. It’s super simple but so nutritious and a great breakfast to start your day! Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more […]
Air Fryer Lechon
No Kawali is Involed with this recipe What is Lechon Kawali Lechon Kawali is an alternative to Lechon. It’s usually a whole roast pig but we can’t always buy a whole roast pig and it takes a long time to cook too. This was before restaurants started selling smaller portions of spit roast pork. Today […]
Sotanghon at Sardinas
Vermicelli with Sardines Noodle Soup As a working mum, I know the struggle of getting home and still have to worry about what to have for dinner. This noodle dish is a complete meal done in 20 minutes! Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have […]
Braso de Mercedes
Soft Meringue Roll with Kalamansi Custard Fillings A quintessential Filipino dessert that is worth the calories! I think generally when people people think of meringue they immediately think it the hard texture that many are used to. Braso de Mercedes is light and soft with vanilla custard and kalamansi flavour. Trust me once you eat […]
Atsara na Pipino
Easy Pickled Cucumber Perfect as a Side Dish or Condiment Atsara or Atchara is a popular pickled side dish or condiment on Filipino tables. It’s usually served with fried dishes or barbeque dishes. Atsara is traditionally made with green unripe papaya and sometimes with raisins. Some will make atsara with chillies and some will leave […]
Crispy Pork in Peanut Sauce
Lechon Kawali na Kare Kare Kare Kare is usually cooked with oxtail, I wanted to jazz it’s up a little and see what other meat I can use for this dish. Lechon kawali is twice cooked pork belly, it’s first boiled then fried to crisp. It’s a mash up of two Filipino dishes. This dish […]
Lumpiang Sariwa
Chicken and Veg Fresh Spring Rolls Lumpiang Sariwa is Filipino fresh spring rolls filled with mixed vegetables, meat or seafood and wrapped in a crepe-like pancake accompanied with a garlicy sweet sauce and topped with peanuts. What is Lumpiang Sariwa Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree […]
Steamed Sweet Cassava Cake
Pichi Pichi Simply delicious steamed sweet cassava cake covered in freshly grated coconut meat. This Vegan sweetness is great as a snack or dessert! What is Pichi Pichi? Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) […]
Tocino Burger
Caramelised Pork Burger with Fried Egg and Atchara What is Tocino? Tocino is a Filipino style of caramelized, sweet cured bacon. This dish is popular with +Silog breakfasts or brunch and typically served with garlic rice, salad, atchara (pickled veg) and fried egg on the side. It’s a must have in our home! Tocino is […]
Ginataan na Gulay
Vegan Vegetables Medly in Coconut Milk Ginataan is a type of stewed or braised Filipino dish cooked with coconut milk. There are many varieties to this dish but the common ingredients are coconut and pumpkin or squash. The word “ginataan” (also spelled as guinataan) is a Filipino cooking method that involves coconut meat or coconut […]
No Churn Purple Yam Ice Cream
Ube Sorbetes Ube or Purple yam has to be the top flavour of desserts among Filipinos, as a people, we are obsessed with Ube. Other countries use purple yam as a savoury dish, something to complement a meaty dish but Filipinos use it as a dessert ONLY. From cakes, ice cream, candy, steamed cakes, sweet […]
Beef Broth with Bone Marrow
Bulalo ng Batangas This dish is one of my favourites! I cook this all year round even in the summer months! It’s so comfy and satisfying that it hugs you inside and out. As my father would say “if it doesn’t make you sweat, it’s not a good soup”. My recipe is inherited from my […]
Goats Cheese with Pistachio, Cranberry & Honey
Here’s another fantastic appetiser or snacks that you can do in 10-15 minutes. I love this recipe, not only that I love goats cheese it’s so easy and quick to make. My family and friends love this, I serve it different crackers and it’s always a hit. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my […]
Ube Bread & Butter Pudding
An English classic and comforting dessert with a South East Asian twist. It’s golden crispy on the top layer and custardy and moist inside. What shall we serve it with? Custard, Cream, Ice cream or something else???😉 Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my […]
Binagoongan na Baboy
Pork Belly Cooked with Fermented Shrimp Paste *this is a revised recipe Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. The word ‘bagoong‘ [ba-gu-ong] means the fermentation […]
Beef Empanadas
What is Filipino Beef Empanada Filipino Empanadas were influenced by Spain when they colonised the country. It’s similar to South American and Cuban empanadas. Each Spanish colony adapted the recipe to their own using ingredients available to them. Making each country’s empanada unique to them. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and […]
Chippy Chicken Tenders
Crispy Fried Chicken covered with Filipino crisps. Chippy is a favourite Filipino crisp (chips) in the Philippines. Growing up as a child in the Philippines this would be one of the snacks I would buy from our local store. I was inspired by Tiktokers and Mukbang using the American potato chips. I thought to myself..how […]
Ginisang Monggo na May Manok
Sautéed Mung Beans and Chicken with Spinach What is Ginisang Monggo Ginisang Monggo is usually eaten on a friday and according to Yummy.ph “this custom stems from the Philippines’ predominantly Catholic population, which refrains from eating meat during Friday every Lenten season. Catholics typically abstain from meat as a form of sacrifice, and monggo was […]
Siopao Asado
Steamed Pork Buns *UPDATED RECIPE* Flour ingredient updated. A fantastic snack worth making! Filipino cuisine have many influences this includes Chinese cuisine. Filipinos have always traded with their neighboring country like China even before Spain colonized Philippines. Some Chinese business men stayed in Philippines, either to start/expand a business or marry a Filipino or both. […]
Inihaw na Baboy
Barbecue Pork Belly with Kalamansi, Banana Ketchup and Cola Inihaw na Baboy literally translates to grilled pork. There are many variations to this popular Filipino dish. The “Inihaw” (grilled/bbq) word can be used for other meat or seafood too. So, for example Inihaw na Manok – Grilled Chicken. This pork barbeque is a perfect balance […]
La Paz Batchoy
Noodle Soup with Pork Batchoy [bat-choy] is a popular noodle dish originated from the district of La Paz, Iloilo in Philippines, that is why the dish is called La Paz Batchoy. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( […]
Avocado & Strawberry Jam Ice Cream
No Churn Ice Cream with just 4 ingredients that is easy to make and everyone would love it! Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time.
Nutella & Biscoff Puff Stars
Which is your favourite? Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. If you’re like me, I can’t decide, I love both of them and it’s probably […]
Maruya with Saba
Banana Fritters with Saba Maruya also known as pamaypay. Pamaypay a type of traditional hand-held fan from the Philippines. It’s called this as the banana is shaped like a fan. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more […]
Pastil
Shredded Chicken and Rice Wrapped in Banana Leaves What is Pastil? Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. Pastil is a rice dish with either shredded […]
Bilo Bilo
Sticky Rice Balls Pudding in Coconut Milk Sweet creamy pudding with sticky rice balls cooked with fruits, sweet potatoes and tapioca pearls in coconut milk. What is Ginataang Bilo Bilo? Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more […]
Sizzling Pork Belly
Sisig Twice cooked pork belly, it’s cooked in the oven first, then stir fried and served on a hot plate with eggs. This dish is a perfect sharer eaten with rice or on it’s own. What is Sisig Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have […]
Sinigang na Baboy
Sour Soup with Pork Belly, Tamarind and Vegetables Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time.
Charred Aubergine Omelette
Tortang Talong A quick, very easy and simple dish to make! Perfect meal anytime of the day, eaten either with salad or some jasmine rice. Aubergine and eggplant are the same but different species. When I was growing up in the Philippines this was one of the dishes that I learnt to make that my […]
Mangoes, Strawberry and Spinach Salad
When you think of salad you automatically think it’s just vegetables. I don’t know about you but I have always made some mango salad at home and even my mum makes this too especially in the summer months in the UK. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I […]
Ginataan na Isda
Sea Bream Cooked in Coconut Milk with Squash and Green Beans – What is Ginataan na Isda Ginataan is a type of stewed or braised Filipino dishes cooked with coconut milk. There are many varieties to this dish but the common ingredients are coconut and pumpkin or squash. The word “ginataan” (also spelled as guinataan) […]
Spatchcock Inihaw
BBQ Whole Chicken with Lemongrass The word ‘Inihaw’ literally means to barbecue something. This is a very popular street food in the Philippines. You will see many barbecue stands on the side of the road each with their own inihaw recipe. You can see the smoke from the barbecue from a distance and the amazing […]
Presko na Salabat
Fresh Ginger and Turmeric Tea with Lemon and Honey Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. What is Salabat Salabat is a hot drink in the […]
Crab Claws with Mae’s Alavar Sauce
Crabs claws in a aromatic, mildly spiced with coconut milk and crab paste sauce. What is Alavar Sauce? Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. The […]
Upside Down Baked Beans & Cheese
Back to School Lunch Idea Day 6 Greggs who? I’m only Joking! Haha Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. I’m still looking after that penny […]
Pinoy Pancakes
Colourful Pancakes with 4 flavours, Ube (purple yam), Mango, Plain and Pandan flavours. Stack them up anyway you want it! We love this recipe, it reminds me of a Filipino delicacy called ‘Sapin sapin’ which means layers. It’s what inspired me to come up with this pancake recipe and concept. It’s so lovely and colourful, […]
Pork Chops with a Creamy Mushroom Gravy
We love this meal! Not only is it delicious, it’s also really easy to make. Don’t be fooled by the number of things you have to do (or the washing up) once you cook it once you will keep making this recipe again! Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my […]
Prawn Rice Paper Crisp
Budget friendly dish that is crunchy and a great snack or appetizer! I kept seeing rice paper crisp online so I had to make it and it did not disappoint. It was easy to make, it’s crunchy and I don’t have a lot of ingredients to make it. I say, if you’re looking to save […]
Puto Bumbong – Steamed Christmas Rice Cakes
What is Puto Bumbong Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. Puto Bumbong is one of the most popular Christmas related delicacies in the Philippines. It […]
Vigan Longganisa na Hubad
Naked Garlicky, Tangy and Savoury Filipino Sausages What is Longganisa Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. It’s a Filipino sausage also known as ‘Soriso’ / […]
Kare Kare Tofu
Fried Tofu with Peanut Sauce What is Kare Kare Kare kare is traditionally cooked with oxtail or beef as a stew with ground peanuts and thickened with rice flour. Peanut butter is a modern way of cooking Kare kare today for ease. This dish is a popular choice and is usually seen at special celebrations […]
Pancit Canton
Chicken Noodles with Mix Vegetables What is Pancit Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. The name comes from the Hokkien “pian e sit,” which literally […]
Lumpiang Sisig
Stir Fried Chicken Spring Rolls Looking for a quick and easy starter for your date night or Valentine? Look no further and make Lumpiang Sisig. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! […]
Menudo
Stewed Chicken in Tomato Sauce Nope! This is not about Ricky Martin or his boy band, this is a delicious chicken stew with a Spanish name seen at many Filipino gatherings. I know what you’re thinking, why do we have this dish in the Philippines? This dish ties us to Spain, Philippines was a Spanish […]
Easy Carrots Pickle
Atchara / Atsara Atchara is a pickle condiment from the Philippines, it has a sweet and sour flavour. This side dish is normally paired with BBQ, Grilled and Fried dishes. What is Atchara Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to […]
Kaldereta
A Hearty Beef & Liver Stew with Olives and Tomatoes *RECIPE UPDATED What is Kaldereta or Caldereta Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. Kaldereta’s also […]
Arroz Valenciana
Glutinous Rice and Chicken Cooked with Coconut Milk Arroz Valenciana is one of the dishes in the Philippines with a Spanish origin. It looks like Paella but it’s not, it’s from a similarly named dish. In the Philippines we use coconut milk, malagkit (glutinous rice) and boiled eggs. Today there are many ingredients added to […]
Fridge Find Friday 1
Fried Rice with Molo Fillings I cook most of the day during the week for my instagram content or for the family and often I have plenty of left overs. I keep them in the fridge or feezer to preserve them and not to waste them. As a mama of two, I sometimes don’t want […]
Fish balls
A popular Filipino street food in the Philippines! It’s soft and pillowy, served with fish ball sauce and it’s also delicious with soups or stir-fries. What are Fish Balls I think this street food is an iconic street food in the Philippines. I’m sure we all have childhood memories about Fish Balls and late night […]
Pandesal
Breakfast Bread Rolls As the sun rises Filipinos are getting ready for their day ahead. When I was growing up in the Philippines, we lived in Paranaque, Manila until I was 7 years old then we moved to Leyte. I remember my papa going out first thing in the morning to the bakery to buy […]
Pamapa Itum
Burnt Coconut Aromatic Paste It’s a type of aromatic spice paste (think of it as a sofrito: aromatic ingredients cut into smallpieces but pounded) used to flavor various dishes. And integral to this sofrito is an even more unique ingredient: burnt coconut meat. Not toasted, singed, or browned, but burnt! Don’t worry when you taste […]
Tinola na Manok
Chicken and Ginger Soup “Hindi sa akin yan…Sayo te!” A friend jokingly commented, to many people they know the vegetable as ‘chayote’ in Filipino language it’s ‘sayote’ haha! Tinola is a classic Filipino dish with the chicken, ginger and either chayote or green papaya. When my papa taught me how to cook this dish at […]
Tocino
Everyone loves bacon, Tocino is a Filipino style of caramelized, sweet cured bacon. This dish is popular with +Silog breakfasts or brunch and typically served with garlic rice, salad and fried egg on the side. It’s a must have in our home! What is Tocino Tocino is a Spanish word for bacon. The Philippines love […]
Kikiam
Pork and Prawn Wrapped in Bean Curd What is Kikiam Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. A popular Filipino street food in the Philippines. It’s […]
Flourless Banana Pancakes
Here’s a fantastic recipe for anyone who wants to be a little healthier or anyone who wants to try something new. I wouldn’t call it a diet but I am definitely mindful about what I eat. I think it’s important that my children see me cooking all different types of food and ingredients. It’s also […]
Ube Christmas Tree
Purple Yam Puff Pastry Tree There are many things I do but hosting and feeding people is what I love to do and what I’m good at. I have been hosting Supper Clubs and catering for about 12 years. I have developed many Filipino inspired canapes for my clients both for brands and individuals. Get […]
15 Mins BBQ Chicken Wings
Air Fryer Chicken Wings This is the fastest I made chicken bbq wings in my life! Where were air fryers when my children were small? This is my first recipe for an air fryer and trust me I will be dedicating this year to making more recipes. Busy mums like me will need Filipino quick […]
Pinakbet na Purong Gulay
Vegan Pinakbet – A vegetable medley cooked with salted black beans. Pinakbet is a regional dish from Ilocos, north of Philippines. What is Pinakbet? Pinakbet or Pakbet is a dish from Ilocos and Its name came from the Ilocano word pinakebbet which means “shriveled”, in reference to the vegetables being sweated in the pot over […]
Clams and Ginger Soup
Tinolang Tulya A simple yet comforting clams and ginger soup, eaten on it own or with some steamed jasmine rice. What is Tinolang Tulya Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You […]
Fresh Oysters with Kalamansi
Kinilaw Na Talaba Kinilaw means ‘eaten raw’ and the dish varies from region to region which makes it so intriguing and exciting! A region might add coconut milk, another might use a particular vinegar and others will add a particular fruit local to them but the basis of this dish are the same. Kinilaw is very […]
Quick Recipes
15 Minutes Meals
Kare Kare Tofu
Fried Tofu with Peanut Sauce What is Kare Kare Kare kare is traditionally cooked with oxtail or beef as a stew with ground peanuts and thickened with rice flour. Peanut butter is a modern way of cooking Kare kare today for ease. This dish is a popular choice and is usually seen at special celebrations […]
Adobong Manok
Pressure Cooker Series Episode 3: Adobo – Chicken Cooked with Soy Sauce and Vinegar What is Adobo Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. The word […]
Bicol Express
Pressure Cooker Series Episode 2: Pork Belly Cooked in Coconut Milk (mildly spiced) What is Bicol Express According to Wikipedia, The dish was named by Laguna resident, Cely Kalaw, during a cooking competition in the 1970s in Malate, Manila. The name of the dish was inspired by the Bicol Express railway train (Philippine National Railways) […]
Goats Cheese with Pistachio, Cranberry & Honey
Here’s another fantastic appetiser or snacks that you can do in 10-15 minutes. I love this recipe, not only that I love goats cheese it’s so easy and quick to make. My family and friends love this, I serve it different crackers and it’s always a hit. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my […]
Fridge Find Friday 1
Fried Rice with Molo Fillings I cook most of the day during the week for my instagram content or for the family and often I have plenty of left overs. I keep them in the fridge or feezer to preserve them and not to waste them. As a mama of two, I sometimes don’t want […]
Prawns with Crab Paste Fried Rice
This turned out sooo good! My children really enjoyed this fried rice too, they scoffed up their food so fast. Haha! Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at […]
Pansit Baka
Egg Noodles with Cubed Beef Steaks Pancit or Pansit is noodles in Filipino. We usually eat pansit during celebrations or special occasions. BUT we should be able to cook Pansit when we want or crave them. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal […]
Kimchi Jjigae
Kimchi Stew with Pork Belly I made some kimchi a few weeks ago, so my kimchi is pretty fermented already. Perfect to make some jjigae. Using an old or very fermented kimchi is key to this dish, the older the better! Jjagae is very popular to Korean people and now the world knows about it. […]
Brie and Cranberry Roll
Small bites of brie cheese and cranberry sauce with bacon and honey. Here’s a great canape or appetiser you can make this holiday season. It’s an easy to make dish that you can serve for your friends and family. I’m sure you will have most of these ingredients in your pantry or fridge already. Get […]
Salmon Roll
Back to School Lunch Ideas Day 5 My teens love Sushi! To be honest I do too but it can be so expensive to buy it all the time. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information […]
Sweet Things
Maruya with Saba
Banana Fritters with Saba Maruya also known as pamaypay. Pamaypay a type of traditional hand-held fan from the Philippines. It’s called this as the banana is shaped like a fan. Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more […]
Turon
Banana & Jackfruit Fritters Glazed with Caramelised Sugar Turon (also known as banana lumpia) is a popular Filipino snack or dessert. It’s made by wrapping slices of ripe banana, usually saba banana (a variety native to the Philippines) in a spring roll wrapper, often with a bit of jackfruit (langka) for extra flavor, then rolling […]
Cassava Cake Topped with Salted Caramel
Sweet Cassava or Manioc Cake Topped with Salted Caramel What is Cassava Cake? Cassava cake is unique to the Philippines although the root crop cassava came from Latin America during the Spanish colonization through the Manila – Acapulco trading route. It’s a traditional moist cake with a custard-like topping. It’s usually eaten as snacks but […]
Ube Bread & Butter Pudding
An English classic and comforting dessert with a South East Asian twist. It’s golden crispy on the top layer and custardy and moist inside. What shall we serve it with? Custard, Cream, Ice cream or something else???😉 Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my […]
Ube Biko
Rice Cake Cooked in Coconut Milk, Mixed with Sweet Coconut Caramel What is Biko Biko is a sweet rice cake dish cooked with coconut milk and mixed with sweet coconut caramel syrup. Like other rice cakes, this is referred to as kakanin (derived from the word “kanin” which means rice) and is often eaten as […]
Sapin Sapin
Sweet Sticky Tri-Layered Steamed Rice Cake What is Sapin sapin Sapin sapin is I think one of the most vibrant Filipino delicacies because of its colourful appearance. It’s steamed sweet sticky tri-colour rice cake and it’s a traditional Filipino dessert that has been around for centuries. Sapin sapin has layers with different colour and flavours […]
Buko Pandan
Creamy Pandan and Young Coconut Dessert What is Buko Pandan Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. Buko Pandan is a cold dessert with young coconut, […]
Cassava Cake
Sweet and Moist Cake with Young Coconut What is Cassava Cake? Cassava cake is unique to the Philippines although the root crop cassava came from Latin America during the Spanish colonization through the Manila – Acapulco trading route. It’s a traditional moist cake with a custard-like topping. It’s usually eaten as snacks but it can […]
Avocado & Strawberry Jam Ice Cream
No Churn Ice Cream with just 4 ingredients that is easy to make and everyone would love it! Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time.
Leche Flan Cake
What is Leche Flan Cake Leche Flan Cake also known as Custard Cake and it’s is probably the most decadent Filipino dessert I have ever tried! Not only that you get to eat a delicious cake at the end but the process of making this cake is so magical to me. How the cake batter […]
Pressure Cooker Recipes
Sinigang na Baboy sa Kamiyas
Pressure Cooker Recipes Ep 5: Sour Soup with Pork Bones and Tree Sorrel Sinigang is a popular Filipino sour soup dish and one of my favorite foods when it’s gloomy and raining or cold in London Town. There are many variations to this dish just like Adobo. It can vary from the protein you use, […]
Pancit Lomi
Pressure Cooker Series Episode 4:Pancit Lomi – Chicken Noodle Soup What is Pancit Lomi? Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. Pancit Lomi is a chicken […]
Adobong Manok
Pressure Cooker Series Episode 3: Adobo – Chicken Cooked with Soy Sauce and Vinegar What is Adobo Get Exclusive Food with Mae Contents!Subscribe to my Newsletter and receive my eBook! I agree to have my personal information transfered to MailChimp ( more information ) Promise no Spam! You can unsubscribe at any time. The word […]