Asian cooking, culture and stories of recipes
Inihaw na Baboy translates to Grilled Pork, which is a classic Filipino grilled meat entree. Use a good cut of pork belly or shoulder, fat trimmed. Marinate overnight in cider vinegar, lots of garlic, salt and black pepper. Grill the whole slab on the Ninja Foodi if you want to cook indoors. Or on the outdoor barbecue grill if preferred. Serve immediately with a side dipping sauce of spicy vinegar.
Calamansi Pie is a nearly no-bake pie which is flavored with the sweet, citrusy calamansi, the Filipino lime. The filling is thickened with whipped cream and condensed milk. A buttery Graham cracker crumb crust encases this light, delicate, and scrumptious pie that only needs refrigeration to firm up.
This Vegetable Pancit Sotanghon is a basic Filipino stir-fry dish cooked with cellophane-clear noodles and a medley of vegetables. Basic seasonings are calamansi (or lemon) juice and fish sauce. This cooks fast and easy in under 30 minutes, and is ideal for a family meal or parties.
These Vegetable Rice Wraps need very minimal preparation. Fill the delicate, pre-soaked Vietnamese rice wrappers with julienne strips of assorted vegetables. Roll, slice, and serve with a side of savory peanut sauce, or other Asian sauces preferred.
Inihaw na Baboy translates to Grilled Pork, which is a classic Filipino grilled meat entree. Use a good cut of pork belly or shoulder, fat trimmed. Marinate overnight in cider vinegar, lots of garlic, salt and black pepper. Grill the whole slab on the Ninja Foodi if you want to cook indoors. Or on the outdoor barbecue grill if preferred. Serve immediately with a side dipping sauce of spicy vinegar.
This Rice Dumplings Soup with Fish Balls was a clear broth-based soup which was hearty and and flavorful with chewy homemade dumplings, and savory fish balls. I added slices of cabbage and green beans for a wholesome soup meal. I made the soup stock ahead and poured it in for a restorative and comforting combination.
What to cook this summer? I put together some favorite Asian summer recipes for the Memorial Day weekend and the coming hot months. I already anticipate the sultry heat will drive you and me out of the kitchen, and straight to the outdoor grill. So, I’ve lined up some favorite Filipino barbecues, burgers, plus salads, and sides to pair with. And of course, every meal must have drinks and dessert, so here are a few easy beverages and no-bake desserts.
