Longanisa, does this word sounds familiar to you? No? Okay, then let me tell you what it is then. Longanisa sausage is the Filipino version of the Hispanic Longaniza. Although the original sausage is dry and ready to be eaten the way it is; Filipino longanisa is a bit different than the Hispanic version. The […]
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Longanisa
Posted by Robert Colinares on June 1st, 2015
Pork Fried Rice
Posted by Robert Colinares on June 3rd, 2009
As with most Asian countries, the most consumed food in the Philippines is rice and Pork Fried Rice is one of the top contender when it comes to leftover rice. It is most often boiled and served during most meals. Left over rice is often fried with garlic and onion to make sinangag (fried rice), […]
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Tags: bbq, black pepper, carrots, green onions, green peas, ham, long grain rice, msg, onions, oyster sauce, pork, scrambled eggs, soy sauce 
29 Comments »Giniling Turo-Turo Style
Posted by Robert Colinares on November 2nd, 2007
Back home this dish Giniling Turo-Turo Style is fairly popular especially at street side eateries, commonly called Turo-Turo Restaurants. I have my own simple version of Giniling Guisado which is actually my Mom’s old recipe that she cooked for us when I was a kid. I have to admit she does not cook it often, but […]
Posted in About Cooking Tags: annatto seeds, atsuwete, black pepper, carrots, fish sauce, green peas, ground beef, potatoes, red bell pepper, salt, soy sauce, tomatoes, yellow bell pepper 35 Comments »Things You Need to Know about MSG!
Posted by Robert Colinares on September 8th, 2007
Things You Need to Know about MSG! — Is an article explaining about MSG and also to clear some myth regarding about this highly controversial food seasoning. Eating is one of life’s pleasures. Taste and flavor are important to enjoying food. Think about a bowl of hot pasta with tomato sauce and parmesan cheese, a […]
Posted by Robert Colinares on June 29th, 2007
From bell peppers to granddaddy of them all, the mighty Trinidad Scorpion Butch T, people have been eating this fiery stuff for a long time. Used as a condiment, ingredient, or a main meal, hot peppers tend to bring out the appetite. And even though they may sting a little or a lot, people keep […]
Fried Chicken 411
Posted by Robert Colinares on June 29th, 2007
Ahh fried chicken. I have not met anyone who does not like this amazing dish. It’s somewhat easy to make but it can also be deceiving. Many people have attempted to cook this dish only to find out that it is not as easy as they think it is. There are many aspects to consider […]
