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Pork Adobong Tarlac is a sweet version of the Philippine unofficial national dish, the adobo stew. I am not certain how this originated from Tarlac, my hometown. But it has flavors which most Filipinos and Kapampangans from my home province like– sweet. The sweetened flavors come from the pineapple juice marinade and pineapple chunks. A slow simmer yields a delightful entree that is great for a weeknight or family meal on weekends.
Chicken Marbella is a timeless recipe for a special-occasion. This was popular party fare from my mother’s time. But today, I love to cook this for its ease, simplicity of preparation, accessible ingredients and superb flavors. One has to marinate the chicken overnight in red wine vinegar, garlic, capers, prunes, bay leaves, white wine and seasonings, and then bake it the next day. This was adapted from Ina Garten’s recipe featured on The Kitchn.
Omurice is the Japanese-style Omelette with a ketchup rice filling. First, pan-fry the cooked rice with onions, ham, mushrooms and seasoned with ketchup. Then fill the fluffy, light omelette with the fried rice mixture. It only takes a few minutes to put together this delightful, easy dish which you can serve for brunch or transform it to dinner’s main course.
Filipinos love banana bread. And this Easy Chocolate Banana Bread is a favorite whenever I bake it. It’s for everyone who loves chocolate and is a fan of banana bread. This loaf cake comes together quickly with basic baking ingredients you have in your pantry. And if you’ve got over ripe bananas laying around, then simply add them to the batter and you’re all set.
Pork Adobong Tarlac is a sweet version of the Philippine unofficial national dish, the adobo stew. I am not certain how this originated from Tarlac, my hometown. But it has flavors which most Filipinos and Kapampangans from my home province like– sweet. The sweetened flavors come from the pineapple juice marinade and pineapple chunks. A slow simmer yields a delightful entree that is great for a weeknight or family meal on weekends.
These Chinese Lion’s Head Pork Meatballs for the Lunar New Year are great if you need quick, easy recipes for the largest, worldwide Asian event. I cook Chinese food for the occasion, to make sure we invite good luck and good fortune into our homes. Simply put together the meatballs with pork, rice wine, soy sauce, fresh ginger and seasonings. It’s an easy recipe that involves braising the meatballs quickly and then steaming them till they are cooked.
My version of the Filipino classic Miki Noodle Soup with Pork and Chicken, in the Instant Pot or stove-top, was cooked with soup broth made from ham bone, chunks of cooked pork and chicken, fresh Chinese flat noodles and seasonings. The savory, Asian aromas swirl around as the broth simmers slowly for a heartwarming soup meal. In the Philippines this is a favorite family soup entree or else is sold as popular street food.
