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Noodles and Rice

May 7th, 2007

Lasang Pinoy 17: Egg’s A Deal!: Itlog na Maalat

Today’s post is a contribution to the 17th edition of Lasang Pinoy, a monthly food blogging event highlighting everything that’s yummy about Filipino (Pinoy) food. Angelo of Eat Matters is hosting, and LP is back on after a brief hiatus caused by hurricanes and busy lives :D; so it’s unquestionably appropriate that the EGG […]

By Stef -- 5 comments

May 5th, 2007

Jollibee, San Diego, CA

The Filipinos’ response to fast food:

Jollibee beckons!

ChickenJoy, great even coloring, crunchy coating and juicy inside… the kids loved it! Remember, though, that you can also make great fried chicken at home.

Halo-halo
Hubby thoroughly enjoyed this one, but for the price you can make something just as good, or even better at home, to serve more […]

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April 27th, 2007

Zarlito’s Family Restaurant, National City, CA

Last week after a day in Carlsbad we went to Zarlito’s, one of the Filipino restaurants reviewed at Kirk’s awesome San Diego (and beyond) food blog…
This was dinner:

Hubby’s tosilog (yes, he’s allergic to eggs but vacation = no restrictions)

Aisa’s longsilog

My 10-yo’s Crispy Pata

My 8-yo’s Bistek
I had to have my veggies, so I got Pinakbet:

Zarlito’s […]

By Stef -- 2 comments

April 9th, 2007

Easter Traditions in Pampanga, Philippines

Karen of The Pilgrim’s Pots and Pans just posted on Easter Traditions in Pampanga, Philippines.
Do you have any Easter traditions you’d like to share?
Tags: capampangan, easter, Filipino, filipino-cuisine, kapampangan-cuisine, karen-shih, pampanga, pilgrims-pots-and-pans, religious-traditions, roman-catholic, Traditions

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March 27th, 2007

Eggplant in Soy and Lime Sauce

This is a very typical Filipino dish and combines our favorite flavors of salty and sour. Really easy to make too!
3 Japanese or other small Asian eggplants, cut into 2-inch chunks
oil for deep-frying or pan-frying
soy sauce to taste
juice of half a lime, or to taste
Heat oil over medium-high heat, about 375 degrees F. […]

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March 20th, 2007

Drooling Over…

Melting Wok’s E-Fu Noodles
I’ve got noodles here, but [sniff] if I make this I’ll be the only one who can eat it…. not very penitential LOL… will have to wait until after Easter. But those of you with a hankering for seafood and noodles — this is the perfect dish! Not to mention […]

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March 12th, 2007

Ube Pastillas

The packages say “all-natural”, but I’ve been eyeing them with suspicion ever since they were given by a well-meaning friend. I just don’t trust colorful powders all that much. So they’ve been sitting here for at least two years, and I finally decided I should either use them or throw them away. […]

By Stef -- 4 comments

March 10th, 2007

Crispy Pata

Pork hocks, simmer ’til tender (but not falling apart) in water, bay leaves, aromatics like onions, carrots and celery if you like, a few peppercorns, just a bit of salt. Drain, and allow to somewhat dry overnight in the refrigerator, on a colander or rack for maximum air circulation. Deep-fry or oven-roast on […]

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March 1st, 2007

Tortang Alimasag

Crab and potato mini-omelets.
Basic recipe:
Saute minced garlic, chopped onions, and chopped tomatoes in a bit of oil.
Add diced potato and cook a few minutes.
Add crab meat (canned or freshly-cooked) and season with salt and/or fish sauce and pepper.
Remove from heat and cool a few minutes. Add beaten egg. Form into small patties and […]

By Stef -- 2 comments

February 21st, 2007

Mussels Tinola-Style

Tags: Filipino, filipino-cuisine, mussels-tinola-style, Seafood Dishes : Asian, Soups and Stews

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