Black Kutsinta is a Filipino rice cake that’s a sister version of the classic, orange-colored kakanin Pinoys are familiar with. This black kutsinta is flavored with blackstrap molasses, which gives it a dark, nearly black color, and a thick, sticky texture. The addition of molasses to the traditional recipe gives the rice cake a slight hint of bitterness, which is unnoticed when the sweet toppings of coconut flakes, dulce de leche or coconut jam are added.
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Tuna Melt on Pan De Sal
Inspired by the Kamala Harris Tuna Melt, I made my own version of a tuna salad on Pan de Sal, the Filipino bun. I used slices of sharp, Queso de Bola (Edam Cheese), and garnished the sandwich filling with fresh lettuce, and onion slices.
Sisig Tofu – Air Fryer
Sisig Tofu in the Air Fryer is my no-meat, greaseless version of the popular Filipino dish pork sisig. In place of meat, I used extra firm tofu, cooked to a crisp in the Air Fryer. To make this appealing, I used the same flavors for the sisig sauce which Filipinos enjoy : Citrusy, salty and spicy.
Monggo Guisado with Beef Short Ribs Adobo – Instant Pot + Stovetop
Monggo Guisado with Beef Short Ribs Adobo is a hearty combination of two Filipino classic dishes: Sauteed monggo (mung beans) and tender beef adobo chunks. The flavors in this heartwarming sauteed dish range from savory to tangy and garlicky.
Black Kutsinta – Instant Pot + Stovetop
Black Kutsinta is a Filipino rice cake that’s a sister version of the classic, orange-colored kakanin Pinoys are familiar with. This black kutsinta is flavored with blackstrap molasses, which gives it a dark, nearly black color, and a thick, sticky texture. The addition of molasses to the traditional recipe gives the rice cake a slight hint of bitterness, which is unnoticed when the sweet toppings of coconut flakes, dulce de leche or coconut jam are added.
Calandracas Soup of Cavite – Instant Pot + Stovetop
Calandracas Soup traces its origins from the Cavite province in the Philippines. The soup stock is made from ham bone and chicken, simmered with seasonings. This stock is used to cook the Calandracas soup and the meats, Spanish chorizos, vegetables and noodles are added. Traditionally served during Christmas and the New Year’s Eve in most Cavite homes.
Cassava Flan – Instant Pot + Stovetop
This Cassava Flan merges the best of two well-loved Filipino desserts: Leche Flan and Cassava Cake. A caramel topping graces the custard-like dessert that is thick, rich and luscious. I shared how to cook this in the Instant Pot multicooker or steam on the stovetop