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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!

Chicken Inasal

Chicken Inasal

Grilled (or air fried) chicken, Filipino style. Mmm yum!!!

Bibingka Cornbread

Bibingka Cornbread

Combined a favorite Filipino food with a favorite American food. Everyone should make this!

Tuna Mushroom Pasta – Japanese Style

Tuna Mushroom Pasta – Japanese Style

I love visiting Japan as often as I can, but due to the state of the world, it has been a long time since I have been able to go visit (unless you count the transit time I had there a few weeks ago). If 

Garlic Shrimp!

Garlic Shrimp!

This is an easy weeknight meal. Brings me back to my trips to Hawaii, eating at Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck. Every week we have some iteration of garlic shrimp. We eat it with bread, with pasta, with rice, etc..! And sure, you can have a salad 

Gyoza (Japanese Dumplings)

Gyoza (Japanese Dumplings)

Hello! Anyone love a good dumpling as much as I do?????? Japanese Gyoza has been a favorite of mine since I was a child. It is something I always had to have when eating ramen or a happy addition to the bento boxes my dad 

Chamorro BBQ Chicken

Chamorro BBQ Chicken

In case you didn’t know, I was born and raised on the island of Guam. One of the most memorable foods from back home has to be the Chamorro BBQ. I always miss home and being able to make food that connects me to my 

Japanese Hambagu (ハンバーグ) Meatballs

Japanese Hambagu (ハンバーグ) Meatballs

Japanese style Hamburg steak aka Hambagu (ハンバーグ) is a popular dish in Japan. It is made from ground meat with finely chopped sautéed onions, eggs, and breadcrumbs flavored with various spices, and usually formed into a flat, circular shape. You usually find this served with