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Braised Pork Knuckle is one of the staple food in any household in the Philippines and other Asian countries.Pork knuckles are commonly braised or roasted.Pork knuckle is also rich in collagen which is good for the skin and joints.When cooked properly, the meat is tender,juicy and flavorful.A combination of sweet,savoury and salty. Pork knuckle needs a lot of time to make it tender.Can use a pressure cooker for quicker cooking but i prefer for a slow cook/fire for a flavorful taste .
Enticing satay skewers combine layers of tender chicken and rich slices of pork belly, both coated in a fragrant satay marinade. Each bite savours the harmony of golden-crusted grilled meat and rich peanut sauce, blended with the natural sweetness of coconut sugar, tantalizing spices, and a deep soy flavor—creating a dish brimming with traditional warmth and authentic flavor.
“Steamed Mullet with Salted Lemon” or “Steamed Ulu Fish with Salted Sour” is a simple Cantonese steamed dish that is full of homey flavors. Using fresh mullet that is first salted, then steamed with slices of salted lemon and a little sugar to create a savory taste with a balanced touch of sour and sweet. Once cooked, the fish is doused in hot oil and sprinkled with sliced spring onions to add aroma and soft texture. This dish is perfect for family dining as it highlights the natural flavor of the fish and the uniqueness of the salted lemon as a signature ingredient.
Nasi Lobak is a savory rice dish that combines white rice with sautéed radish with spiced chicken and dried shrimp. The aroma comes from a blend of garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, while oyster sauce and white pepper provide a distinctive umami flavor. The cooking process involves sautéing the ingredients until fragrant before cooking them with the rice in a rice cooker, resulting in a soft and flavorful rice texture.
A golden, crispy flake on the outside greets the first bite—perfect and tempting. Once cut, the soft, chewy interior warms on the tongue, offering a balance between the savory tofu and the softness of the dough. The aroma is fragrant, with the presence of onions providing a warm and familiar touch, evoking memories of home cooking. Each tofu ball is light yet satisfying, ideal for afternoon tea or a welcome snack. Tofu Balls are a simple yet elegant delicacy—easy to love and always leaving you wanting more.
This Sago Pearls Cake offers the unique softness of chewy sago grains combined with soft coconut milk and the inviting aroma of pandan. When steamed to perfection, the fragrance of desiccated coconut envelops each piece—giving it a light savory sensation and a tempting texture. The cake pieces are dense, yet soft to the bite, then sprinkled with desiccated grated coconut that adds a touch of natural sweetness and a layered texture. A comforting traditional dish, perfect for a relaxing afternoon or served as a nostalgic sweet treat.
Okra is a green vegetable that not everyone likes, but it has extraordinary health benefits. Because okra, or ladyfingers, is a vegetable that contains a lot of vitamin C, antioxidants, and various other minerals.
A mouth-watering Indonesian snack, made from grated and mashed sweet corn, then mixed with spices such as shallots, garlic, and curly chilies. The dough is enriched with eggs and wheat flour, resulting in a texture that is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The natural sweetness of the corn blends harmoniously with the savory spices, creating a distinctive and alluring taste. Often served as a complement to main dishes or afternoon snacks, it is delicious eaten with chili sauce or shrimp paste sauce.
The tender core of chicken siumai, scented with garlic and sesame oil, is wrapped in a thin, fragrant blanket of Chinese cabbage, creating a tantalizing combination of textures: soft on the inside, fluffy on the outside. When steamed, the cabbage softens with a warm sheen, while the warm steam combines with the siumai spices, inviting a delicious aroma into the air. The first bite melts in your mouth, bringing with it the sensation of a comforting yet enticing home-cooked meal. This dish is simple yet elegant, ideal for a light yet memorable meal.
Imagine a crispy tilapia fillet, with a forkful of crispy outer layers, giving way to the tender, succulent flesh within. A sweet corn cream sauce coats every bite—smooth, flavorful fat, fragrantly blended with a subtle sweetness. This combination of textures is comforting: perfectly fried fillet meets the tempting creamy corn sauce—a simple yet elegant creation. The sweet aroma of corn wafts through the air, awakening the appetite and injecting a nostalgic warmth into the dining table. This dish is perfect as a special main course—bringing the serenity of home with a modern twist. Each bite promises a delicious blend that's hard to forget.