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Ginataang Pusit

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Filipino Style Recipe: Ginataang pusit or squid in coconut cream is another easy and simple squid dish. The squid cook in coconut cream and other spices until tender. Avoid to overcook the squid because it will become rubbery texture and tough.

Estimated time of preparation: 8 minutes
Estimated time of cooking: 5-8 minutes
Good for 3-4 persons

Ingredients:
1 kilo fresh squid
2 cups coconut cream
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
1 small piece ginger, sliced
3 long green peppers(siling haba), chopped(optional)
2 pieces bay leaves(laurel)
4 tablespoons calamansi or lime juice
2 tablespoons cooking oil
salt and pepper to taste

Procedures:
Part 1
1. To clean the squid, pull the head and remove the plastic-like cartilage.
2. Then push the head in, popping out the hard “beak” and discard it.
3. Rub off the outer skin leaving the white meat then wash the squid very well under running water.
4. Cut into rings then set aside.

Part 2
1. In a pan, heat cooking oil then saute the ginger, onions and garlic.
2. Add the squids and calamansi juice then stir cook for a few seconds.
3. Pour coconut cream, bay leaves, green chili then bring to boil. Add a little water if necessary.
4. Season with salt and ground pepper then simmer uncovered for a minute(Don’t overcooked, squid will become tough).
5. Remove from heat then serve hot immediately.

Crispy Fried Fishkatsu

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Filipino Style Recipe: crispy fried fishkatsu is another low-carbohydrate fish dish. This dish is similar to Japabese pork tonkatsu. Fish fillet is usually marinated then dredge in flour, eggs and breadcrumbs. Dip fry the fish until golden brown then serve with dipping sauce.

Estimated time of preparation and cooking: 20 minutes(plus marinating time)
Good for 2-3 persons

Ingredients:
3/4 kilo boneless fish fillet(tilapia, milkfish, salmon, snapper)
1 1/2 cup all purpose flour
1 1/2 cup bread crumbs
2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon sesame oil

Marinade:
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons calamansi or lime juice
salt and pepper to taste
cooking oil for frying

Procedures:
Part 1
1. Marinate fish in calamansi juice, garlic, salt and pepper for 10 minutes.
2. In a bowl, add beaten eggs and sesame oil. whisk well and set aside.
3. Dredge the fish in flour and shake off to remove excess flour.
4. Dip fish in egg mixture and press into bread crumbs to coat both sides.

Part 2
1. In a frying pan, heat oil over a low heat.
2. Deep fry both sides of breaded fish for 3-5 minutes or until colors turn to golden brown and tender.
3. Drain on paper towels and cut each fishkatsu into bite-size strips.
4. Transfer the fishkatsu into serving plate with sour cream or katsu sauce and shredded cabbage on the side. Enjoy!

for the katsu sauce, please refer to this recipe: http://filipinostylerecipe.com/2013/10/katsu-sauce/

Salisbury Onion Burger Patties

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Filipino Style Recipe: Salisbury onion burger patties recipe is a popular dish in United States and similar to burger steak. It is consists of beef patties serve with gravy or brown sauce and best to serve with mas potatoes and steamed veggies.

Estimated time of preparation and cooking: 30-40 minutes
Good for 8 burger patties

Ingredients:
Burger Patties
1/2 kilo ground beef
1/2 egg, beaten
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper

Gravy Sauce
1 large white onion, slice into rings
3 cups beef stock
2 tablespoons flour
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper

Procedures:
Part 1
1. In a bowl, combine ground beef, egg, garlic, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
2. Divide the mixture into serving pieces. Roll the mixture into balls and flatten on an even surface.
3. grill or fry patties until color turns to light brown. Drain on paper towels and set aside.

Part 2
1. In another pan, heat oil then melt butter.
2. Add onion and saute until soft. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Part 3
1. In a same pan, pour soy sauce and beef stock then bring to boil.
2. Add flour then stir constantly until the sauce becomes thick.
3. Add butter, sugar and ground pepper then stir until well blended.
4. Add patties and onion then simmer for another minute.
5. Transfer to serving plate then serve with mash potatoes and steamed veggies.

Ground Beef Soft Tacos

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Filipino Style Recipe: ground beef soft tacos is a popular Mexican food that is commonly serve along the street. This is simple yet complete dish made of soft flour tortillas fill with ground beef, pico de gallo, sour cream and cheese. I got this idea when I was invited for a dinner in Mexican restaurant somewhere in Makati.

Estimated time of preparation: 10-15 minutes
Estimated time of cooking: 15-20 minutes
Good for 8-10 tortillas

Ingredients:
500 grams ground beef
1 pack taco seasoning mix
10 pieces soft taco flour tortillas
1 cup water
1 cup tomato sauce
2 cups lettuce, chopped
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Pico de Gallo:
2 pieces white onion, chopped
2 pieces cucumber, diced
2 pieces tomatoes, diced
1 green chili(jalapeno), diced

Procedures:
Part 1
1. In a pan, heat oil then add ground beef and cook until brown.
2. Add onions, taco seasoning mix, water and tomato sauce.
3. Stir and simmer until almost absorb and start to render oil. Keep warm and set aside.

Part 2
1. In a hot dry pan or microwave, heat tortillas for a few seconds.
2. Fill each tortilla with ground beef, lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream and shredded cheese.
3. Repeat for remaining tortillas then serve. Enjoy!

Taho

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Filipino Style Recipe: Taho or tauhue is another popular Filipino snack originate from Chinese and commonly sold along the streets specially every morning. Taho is usually made of soy beans or extra soft tofu which is available in grocery stores. Traditionally this is usually serve warm with sago pearls and sugar syrup.

Estimated time of preparation and cooking: 20-30 minutes(plus soaking time)
Good for 3-4 glasses

Ingredients:
3 cups extra soft tofu
1/2 cup sago or tapioca pearls

Brown Sugar Syrup(Arnibal):
3/4 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla(optional)

Procedures:
Part 1
1. Soak sago pearls in water for 3 hours then cook in boiling water for 15 minutes or until turn clear.
2. Stir constantly to prevent sticking then drain and transfer to a bowl of cold water. Set aside

Part 2
1. In a pan, boil water then add brown sugar and vanilla. Mix well until dissolves. Set aside.

Part 3
1. In a steamer heat extra soft tofu for 10 minutes or in microwave for 2 minutes.
2. In a glass or bowl, transfer tofu then top with sago pearls and brown sugar syrup. Mix then serve warm.

Fish Fillet Ala Pobre with Tomato-Mango Salsa

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Filipino Style Recipe: Fish fillet ala pobre with tomato-mango salsa is an easy and simple dish made of fried fish fillet topped with fried garlic and tomato-mango mixture. I got this idea from one of the morning show when a popular catering Chef executed on how to make this dish.

Estimated time of preparation and cooking: 20-30 minutes
Good for 4 servings

Ingredients:
4 pieces fish fillet (tilapia, salmon, snapper)
1 head garlic, grind
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
salt and pepper to taste
canola oil for frying

Tomato-Mango Salsa:
4 pieces tomatoes(kamatis), cut into small pieces
1 medium-sized green mango(mangga), cut into small pieces
1 onion, cut into small pieces
1/4 cup soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper

1 tablespoon tomato sauce(optional)
1 green bell pepper, cut into small pieces(optional)
1 tablespoon chopped parsley(optional)

Procedures:
Part1
1. Season fish fillet with salt and pepper then fry until light brown.
2. Drain on paper towel then transfer to serving plate.

Part 2
1. In a bowl, combine tomato-mango salsa ingredients then stir well. Set aside.

Part 3
1. In a same pan, reduce oil then saute garlic until light brown.
2. Add butter and soy sauce then stir until butter is melted.
3. Pour the sauce over fish fillet then serve with tomato-mango salsa.

Carrot Shake

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Filipino Style Recipe: carrot shake or carrot milkshake is a healthy and refreshing beverage. This beverage is made of carrots, sugar and cubed ice. Some added powdered or evaporated milk for creamy consistency. This refreshing beverage is similar to other healthy shakes and best to serve during summer season.

Estimated time of preparation: 5-8 minutes

Ingredients:
3 pieces medium-sized carrots, peeled and cut into cubes
sugar or other sweetener to taste
1 cup ice cubes
1/2 cup powdered milk(optional)

Procedures:
1. In a blender, process carrots, milk, and sugar until blended.
2. Add ice and blend until smooth, add more sugar if needed.
3. Pour into glasses then served cold.

Pan Grilled Chicken Barbecue and Broccoli

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Filipino Style Recipe: pan grilled chicken barbecue and broccoli is another mouth-watering chicken dish. This dish is similar to chicken barbecue but we cooked chicken into grill pan instead in hot charcoal. Usually the chicken marinated in seasonings then grill until tender then serve with grilled broccoli for side dish.

Estimated time of preparation: 5-10 minutes(plus marinating time)
Estimated time of cooking: 15-20 minutes each side of chicken
Good for 2-3 persons

Ingredients:
2 pieces chicken legs with thigh attached
2 cups broccoli florets, halves

Marinade:
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons calamansi or lime juice
4 gloves garlic, pounded
2 bay leaves(laurel)
1 tablespoons
1/2 cup soda(7-up or sprite)
salt and pepper to taste

Procedures:
Part 1
1. In a large container, combine soy sauce, calamansi juice, bay leaves, garlic, soda, salt and ground pepper.
2. Using a sharp knife, slits the chicken meat diagonal cuts on both sides.
3. Add chicken then cover and marinate for 4 hours or overnight inside the fridge.

Part 2
1. Remove the chicken from marinade and set aside.
2. Add ketchup to marinade for basting. Mix until well blended.
3. In a grill pan, heat olive oil then grill marinated chicken over hot charcoal for 15 to 20 minutes while basting each side with marinade mixture.
4. In a same pan, grill broccoli for 3-5 minutes.
5. Transfer chicken and broccoli to serving plate and serve immediately.

Espasol

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Filipino Style Recipe: Espasol is another popular Filipino delicacy and pasalubong from southern part of Luzon specially in the province of Laguna. This Filipino rice cake is made from toasted rice flour cook together with coconut milk and grated coconut then coated with remaining toasted rice flour.

Estimated time of preparation and cooking: 60-70 minutes

Ingredients:
2 cups glutinous-rice flour
1 cup grated coconut
2 cups coconut milk
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Procedures:
Part 1
1. Heat pan in a low heat, then toast rice flour while keep stirring until light brown. Transfer in a bowl then set aside.
2. In a same pan, toast grated coconut while keep stirring until light brown. Transfer in a bowl then set aside.

Part 2
1. In a pan, boil coconut milk then add sugar and vanilla while keep stirring for 5 minutes.
2. Add toasted grated coconut then keep stirring for 3 minutes. Add a little water if necessary.
3. Add toasted flour then cook while keep stirring for 40 minutes or until thicken and dough form.
4. Transfer the dough in a flat surface with dusted toasted flour then let it cool.

Part 3
1. Divide the dough into serving pieces then roll in toasted flour until coated.
2. Transfer into serving plate or wrap into cellophane or paper wrapper.

Baked Bangus Teriyaki

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Filipino Style Recipe: Baked bangus teriyaki or baked milkfish teriyaki is another low-carbohydrate dish. It is usually consists of bangus fillet marinated in a blend of teriyaki sauce and other seasonings then baked until tender.

Estimated time of preparation and cooking: 30 minutes(plus marinating time)
Good for 2-3 persons

Ingredients:
500 grams boneless milkfish(bangus) fillet

Marinade:
1 cup Teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon grated ginger or ginger powder
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup lime or calamansi juice
1 teaspoon rosemary
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon grind black pepper

Procedures:
Part 1
1. In a bowl, combine marinade ingredients then mix well.
2. Add fish then cover and marinate for 30 minutes or overnight inside the fridge.
3. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes.

Part 2
1. In a non-stick pan, grease with olive oil then place marinated fish skin side down.
2. Bake over 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes with fork. Brush with remaining marinade from time to time.
3. Remove from the oven then transfer to serving plate. Serve hot with steamed veggies. Enjoy!