(Sweet Potato Tangyuan in Coconut Milk) Soft, chewy tangyuan filled with banana, gently simmered in creamy coconut milk with tropical fruit and tapioca pearls—this Guinataang Tangyuan is my Filipino-inspired take on a dish traditionally enjoyed during Dongzhi (冬至节), the Winter Solstice Festival. Tangyuan (汤圆) are most commonly eaten around Dongzhi to symbolize wholeness, togetherness, and… Continue reading Guinataang Tangyuan
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Arroz con Leche de Coco (Coconut Milk Rice Pudding)
Creamy, cozy, and lightly spiced, this Arroz con Leche de Coco brings together the richness of coconut milk with the comforting texture of glutinous rice. It’s warm enough for chilly December evenings but refreshing when served chilled the next morning for a quick filling breakfast. And because it’s naturally dairy-free, gluten-free, and wonderfully simple to… Continue reading Arroz con Leche de Coco (Coconut Milk Rice Pudding)
Buttery Spiced Sweet Potatoes (with Three Kinds of Sweet Potatoes!)
Sweet potatoes show up everywhere starting November through early January; ever present at holiday tables, midweek roasts, potlucks, and “please bring a veggie” requests. But this side dish isn’t your usual marshmallow-topped situation. It’s buttery, savory-sweet, and richly fragrant from Chinese five spice, which plays beautifully with the natural flavors of three different sweet potato… Continue reading Buttery Spiced Sweet Potatoes (with Three Kinds of Sweet Potatoes!)
Adobo Turkey
Serves: 8–10Prep Time: 1 hourCook Time: 4 hoursTotal Time: 5 hours 🧡 A Filipino Twist on the Holiday Table If there’s one dish that feels like home, it’s adobo. Every Filipino family has their own adobo… creamy, sweet, saucy, dry, pork-only, chicken-only, a mix of both… and somehow every version is the best one. So… Continue reading Adobo Turkey
Rajas Con Crema Cornbread
Yield: 1 (10-inch) iron skilletPrep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 1 hourTotal Time: 1 hour 20 minutes A Southwest Comfort with a Twist Soft, golden sweet cornbread has always been one of those simple, comforting dishes that calls people to gather at the dinner table. This savory version, inspired by rajas con crema, folds in sour… Continue reading Rajas Con Crema Cornbread
Pumpkin Congee with Scallops and Mushrooms
Comforting. Silky. Nourishing.This Pumpkin Congee with Scallops and Mushrooms is the kind of cozy bowl that warms you from the inside out. Roasted kabocha pumpkin lends its natural sweetness and golden hue, while tender scallops and mushrooms bring depth and umami to every spoonful. Whether you’re easing into autumn or simply craving something soothing and… Continue reading Pumpkin Congee with Scallops and Mushrooms
Chicken Tacos Dorados with Chipotle Sauce
Crispy, cheesy, and packed with smoky chipotle flavor, these Chicken Tacos Dorados with Chipotle Sauce are the ultimate weeknight dinner upgrade. Made with slow roasted rotisserie chicken, a bold chipotle-tomato marinade, and golden pan-fried tortillas, they deliver that satisfying crunch without deep frying. Whether you’re feeding the family or hosting friends, these crispy chicken tacos… Continue reading Chicken Tacos Dorados with Chipotle Sauce
Hula Mexi-Dogs
Sweet. Spicy. Saucy.These backyard cookout beauties are a tropical spin on a summer family favorite: hot dogs! A nod to the famous Puka Dog we tried in Kauai, these are dressed up with pineapple-habanero slaw, a passionfruit-sour cream smear, and a generous squeeze of banana ketchup for that sweet-savory punch. But here’s the twist: we… Continue reading Hula Mexi-Dogs
Double Adobo Sopes
Yield: 8 sopesPrep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 45 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour Crispy, golden masa sopes topped with refried beans, tender shredded Filipino adobo, and a drizzle of smoky Mexican adobo salsa—this recipe brings a flavorful double adobo twist to your table. It’s a playful cross-cultural fusion where two distinct uses of “adobo” come together… Continue reading Double Adobo Sopes
Double Mochiko Chicken and Wheel Cakes served with Fiery Honey
A playful, double-mochiko fusion dish that brings Taiwanese-style wheel cakes and Southern fried chicken & waffles into one bite-sized handheld delight. Sweet red bean cakes meet crispy, mochiko-battered chicken—tied together with a drizzle of hot honey. Born from a sweet discovery of wheel cakes while in Vancouver and reinvented in your kitchen. 🍽 Why You’ll… Continue reading Double Mochiko Chicken and Wheel Cakes served with Fiery Honey
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