filipino Recipes
65 delicious filipino recipes from around the world
Arroz Caldo
A comforting and hearty Filipino chicken and rice porridge, infused with the warming aroma of ginger. Perfect for a rainy day or when you need a little extra comfort.
Balut (Filipino Fertilized Duck Egg)
Balut is a fertilized duck egg with a developing embryo that is boiled and eaten from the shell. It is a popular street food and delicacy in the Philippines, often enjoyed with salt or spiced vinegar.
Bibingka
A traditional Filipino sweet rice cake, often baked in a clay pot lined with banana leaves, especially popular during the Christmas season. It has a slightly spongy texture and a subtly sweet, coconutty flavor, typically enhanced with toppings.
Bicol Express
A rich and spicy Filipino stew featuring tender pork belly simmered in creamy coconut milk with pungent shrimp paste and a generous amount of chilies. This Bicolano classic is known for its intense heat and savory depth.
Biko (Filipino Sweet Sticky Rice Cake)
A beloved Filipino dessert, Biko is a rich and chewy sweet sticky rice cake made from glutinous rice cooked in coconut milk and sweetened with a luscious coconut caramel sauce. It's a staple at celebrations and a comforting treat.
Bistek Tagalog
Bistek Tagalog, also known as Filipino beef steak, is a classic dish featuring thinly sliced beef marinated in a tangy and savory blend of citrus and soy sauce, then pan-fried and served with caramelized onions. It's a quick and flavorful weeknight meal.
Buko Pandan
A refreshing and creamy Filipino dessert featuring young coconut, pandan-flavored gelatin, and tapioca pearls, perfect for celebrations.
Bulalo
A rich and comforting Filipino beef shank soup, famous for its tender meat and gelatinous bone marrow. Often enjoyed in cooler regions like Tagaytay.
Caldereta
A rich and savory Filipino meat stew, traditionally made with goat or beef, simmered in a flavorful tomato and liver sauce. This hearty dish is a staple at Filipino fiestas and celebrations.
Chicken Adobo
The Philippines' national dish - chicken braised in a tangy, savory, and deeply satisfying sauce of vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and bay leaves. This recipe offers a classic approach to this beloved Filipino comfort food.
Chicken and Pork Adobo
The Philippines' beloved national dish, this adobo features tender chicken and succulent pork belly braised in a rich, tangy, and savory sauce of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and bay leaves. It's a deeply flavorful dish that's surprisingly easy to make.
Chicken Tinola
A comforting and healthy Filipino chicken soup, known for its aromatic ginger broth and tender chicken, often enhanced with green papaya and leafy greens.
Crispy Kare-Kare
A modern Filipino twist on Kare-Kare, featuring exceptionally tender, slow-braised oxtail that is then crisped to perfection and served with a rich peanut sauce. This dish offers a delightful contrast of textures and a complex, savory flavor profile.
Crispy Pata (Filipino Crispy Pork Leg)
A beloved Filipino celebration dish, Crispy Pata features a whole pork leg (trotter) that is first braised until tender, then deep-fried to achieve an incredibly crispy, golden-brown skin and succulent meat. It's a showstopper that's perfect for special occasions.
Dinuguan (Filipino Pork Blood Stew)
A rich and savory Filipino stew made with pork belly, pork ears, and pork blood, simmered in a tangy vinegar-based sauce. It's known for its deep, complex flavor and unique texture.
Ensaymada
Filipino sweet brioche - a rich, buttery, and slightly sweet bread topped with grated cheese and sugar. Traditionally enjoyed during Christmas and special occasions.
Filipino Chicken Afritada
A classic Filipino comfort food, Afritada is a savory and slightly sweet chicken stew simmered in a rich tomato sauce with tender potatoes, vibrant bell peppers, and sweet green peas. It's a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.
Filipino Embutido
A classic Filipino festive meat roll, typically enjoyed during Christmas. This steamed pork loaf is studded with hard-boiled eggs, sweet pickles, and cheese, creating a colorful and flavorful cross-section when sliced. It is traditionally served cold.
Filipino Giniling (Picadillo-Style)
A comforting and flavorful Filipino dish featuring ground meat simmered in a savory tomato sauce with tender vegetables. This picadillo-style giniling is a quick and satisfying meal perfect for weeknights.
Filipino Leche Flan
A rich, dense, and velvety caramel custard, considered an essential dessert for any Filipino celebration or fiesta. This version focuses on achieving a smooth texture and deep caramel flavor.
Filipino Nilaga (Boiled Meat Soup)
A comforting and classic Filipino boiled meat soup, featuring a clear, savory broth simmered with tender meat and an assortment of fresh vegetables. This dish is known for its simplicity and deeply satisfying flavor.
Filipino Pork and Liver Stew (Menudo)
A classic Filipino comfort food, this Menudo is a rich, savory, and slightly sweet tomato-based stew featuring tender pork, flavorful pork liver, hearty potatoes, and a touch of sweetness from raisins. It's a staple in Filipino homes, often served with steamed rice.
Filipino Pork Menudo
A classic Filipino party dish, this savory pork stew features tender pork shoulder and liver simmered in a rich tomato sauce with sweet raisins and diced potatoes. It's a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for gatherings.
Filipino Pork Sisig
A classic Filipino dish from Pampanga, Sisig features finely chopped, savory pork (traditionally pig's face) and chicken liver, seasoned with onions, calamansi, and chili peppers, then served sizzling hot, often topped with a raw egg. It's a popular 'pulutan' (beer food) and a true taste of Filipino comfort food.