Kawaling Pinoy

Adobong Puti

Lalaine Manalo — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 21:26:49 +0000

Adobong Puti is made of pork belly stewed in vinegar, salt, and spices. This white adobo is hearty, full of flavor, and pairs well with steamed rice. Although soy sauce is commonly used in adobo, salt is, in fact, the most traditionally authentic ingredient. Though not as widely known as its adobong itim counterpart, the…

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Ginataang Talong

Lalaine Manalo — Wed, 24 Sep 2025 20:24:26 +0000

Rock your taste buds with this creamy, spicy, and tasty Ginataang Talong! It's easy to make in one pan and is ready in just an hour, making it an excellent option for an easy weeknight dinner. Serve with steamed rice, and watch the whole family devour it! I know I tend to exaggerate and get…

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Sizzling Sisig

Lalaine Manalo — Sat, 05 Jul 2025 22:51:17 +0000

Sizzling Sisig makes a great party appetizer as well as a hearty dinner entree. A delicious combination of juicy pork and tangy, savory, and spicy flavors, it's seriously addictive! The word sisig originates from the Kapampangan term sisigan, meaning "to make sour." The dish was originally a simple vegetable salad made with papaya or guavas,…

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Tortang Talong

Lalaine Manalo — Sat, 05 Jul 2025 10:00:23 +0000

Tortang Talong is a Filipino dish made of grilled eggplants and fluffy eggs. This Filipino-style omelet is easy to make with simple ingredients and can be prepared in under 30 minutes. It's an economical yet satisfying meal that pairs well with steamed rice. The name Tortang Talong means “eggplant omelette”. Torta means “omelette” or “flat cake,” and talong is…

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Kalamay Hati

Lalaine Manalo — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 19:29:03 +0000

Kalamay Hati is made with glutinous rice flour, coconut milk, and muscovado sugar. Perfectly sweet and sticky, this rice cake is delicious as a midday snack or after-meal dessert! Kalamay is a proud symbol of many local traditions across the Philippines. Many regions have their versions, made with various flavors, including sapin-sapin, kapit, and bibingkoy. Sweet, chewy, and…

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Pinaupong Manok

Lalaine Manalo — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 21:21:42 +0000

Pinaupong Manok, which means "seated chicken," is a Filipino-style dish steamed on a bed of rock salt. It's moist, tender, and delicious to the bone! G returned from his Jujitsu class just before noon today and found me bending and contorting every which way, trying to take a decent shot of this pinaupong manok. He…

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Sweet Potato Dinner Rolls

Lalaine Manalo — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:25:06 +0000

Sweet Potato Dinner Rolls are light and fluffy and filled with sweet potato color and flavor. They're the perfect addition to any Fall or holiday menu! Baking bread is very rewarding. The whole process of kneading, watching the dough rise, and then savoring the wonderful aroma as the bread bakes in the oven is just…

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No-Yeast Hawaiian Pizza

Lalaine Manalo — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:21:16 +0000

Forget delivery! You can make your pizza at home even without an oven! This No-Yeast Hawaiian Pizza with a two-ingredient dough and sweet and savory toppings will surely be a family hit. Want dinner in a hurry? This no-yeast pizza is here to save the day! The dough comes together with simple pantry staples; no rising is needed. You can have…

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Ginisang Repolyo with Eggs

Lalaine Manalo — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 06:44:41 +0000

I am collaborating with Maggi to bring you this wholesome vegetable recipe. All opinions are my own. Looking for a quick, healthy meal that's packed with flavor? Ginisang Repolyo with Eggs is a nutritious and delicious dish you can cook in minutes using a handful of simple, affordable ingredients. It's a go-to recipe for busy…

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Atchara

Lalaine Manalo — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 08:39:00 +0000

Atchara is a delicious way to elevate your meals. A delightful medley of tangy and slightly sweet flavors, this pickled papaya is a must-have condiment! Serve with grilled or fried dishes to balance rich and savory dishes with its refreshing taste. If you notice, the vegetables and vinegar sauce that topped our escabeche lapu-lapu share…

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Mango Sago

Lalaine Manalo — Fri, 03 Jan 2025 01:51:00 +0000

Rich, creamy, and refreshingly cool, Mango Sago is loaded with tropical flavors you’ll love year round! This Hong Kong dessert is easy to make in minutes and blends sweet mangoes, chewy tapioca pearls, and silky coconut milk into a simple and satisfying treat. Although we're months to Summer when mangoes are in season, I do…

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Nilagang Pasko

Lalaine Manalo — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 09:27:57 +0000

This special nilaga recipe is brought to you by my partnership with Maggi. All opinions are my own. Nothing says Filipino holiday comfort quite like Nilagang Pasko. This boiled soup is slow-cooked to tenderness, combining a plethora of meat, sausages, vegetables, and a hot broth. Hearty and flavorful, It’s like a warm hug in a…

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