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Mango Sago

Mango Sago

Filipino mango sago is a delicious dessert consisting of tapioca pearls, mango bits, & coconut milk. Some people add condensed or evaporated milk as well but I like using just full fat coconut milk – keeps the recipe simple. This is such an easy dessert and 

Calamansi Chicken Wings

Calamansi Chicken Wings

I love wings. Usually I love a traditional buffalo sauced wing or simple, crispy salt and pepper wing. I made this recipe for wings that are a little different – a little sweet, garlicky, and tart! This is good.

Ukoy (Filipino Shrimp and Vegetable Fritters)

Ukoy (Filipino Shrimp and Vegetable Fritters)

Traditionally this recipe uses tiny shrimp that you fry whole with all kinds of vegetables. I wanted to share a non-traditional version of this recipe that is accessible for anyone, anywhere to make. This is delicious and a must try!

Lumpiang Shanghai

Lumpiang Shanghai

Lumpiang Shanghai is a delicious Filipino style egg roll that you are sure to find at any family gathering involving food, which by the way, is EVERY gathering.

Mille Feuille Nabe

Mille Feuille Nabe

Mille Feuille Nabe is a Japanese style pork and cabbage hot pot served with a ponzu and shichimi togarashi (Japanese 7 spice blend) dipping sauce. Finish up the meal by adding ramen noodles into the umami rich broth!

Baked Pasta

Baked Pasta

This is my moms family recipe. A crowd pleasing comfort food that uses the help of some store-bought ingredients. Easy weeknight meal or great for parties.

QUINOA TOMATO CUCUMBER SALAD WITH A LEMONY ITALIAN VINAIGRETTE

QUINOA TOMATO CUCUMBER SALAD WITH A LEMONY ITALIAN VINAIGRETTE

This is an easy and healthy salad. I literally could eat this everyday!

Yaki Udon (Stir Fried Udon Noodles)

Yaki Udon (Stir Fried Udon Noodles)

Udon (うどん) is a thick noodle made from wheat flour, used in Japanese cuisine. It is a comfort food for many Japanese people. These noodles are usually found in soups but can also be stir fried. They are thick, chewy and oh so fun to eat.

Finadene

Finadene

For those who don’t know I was born and raised on the island of Guam. Finadene is a staple on the island of Guam. ?? This condiment is found everywhere on island.

Inihaw na Liempo (Grilled Pork Belly)

Inihaw na Liempo (Grilled Pork Belly)

Today is the birthday of the inventor of Banana Ketchup – Maria Orosa. In honor of her birthday, I am sharing a Filipino recipe using Banana Ketchup. Hope you make this one!