Siopao (Steamed Buns)

This is Siopao (Steamed Buns). Siopao is a dough filled with a savory meat filling and cooked by steam. It is also another popular food item in the Philippines. this info is from filipinochow.com thank you and enjoy
Ingredients

• For the Dough
• 3 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 1⁄2 cup of luke warm water
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 1⁄2 cup of shortening
• 1 tablespoon of salt
• 1⁄2 cup of white sugar

Instructions

For the Dough
1. In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in luke warm water, add salt, sugar and 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour./li>
2. Beat thoroughly until you have the consistency of a soft sponge./li>
3. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 30 minutes./li>
4. Add shortening. Mix well, then add the remaining ½ cup of all-purpose flour./li>
5. Knead until smooth./li>
6. On a flat surface, dust surface with flour and roll the dough to form a 2 inch tube./li>
7. After forming the dough into a 2 inch tube, cut dough with a knife using a cutting board so that you have 2×2 in. pieces./li>
8. Place on a tray, line with wax paper, and dust with flour./li>
9. Set aside./li>

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Mixed Green ChickenSalad

INGREDIENTS:

• Mixed greens
• Seasoned chicken breast, grilled or boiled
• Cherry tomatoes, sliced
• Cucumber, sliced
• Carrots, shredded or sliced
• Boiled eggs. sliced
• Almonds, walnuts or peanuts
• Mandarin oranges (optional)

DIRECTIONS:

1. Combine all ingredients together.
2. Add your favorite salad dressing.

Enjoy your healthy meal! source from PinoyCookingRecipes.com

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Kwek-Kwek

Kwek-Kwek (or kwekwek) is commonly sold along the streets of Manila and many other places in the Philippines. It is made up of hard-boiled chicken eggs individually wrapped in orange-tinted batter, which are then fried until golden brown.this is according to PinoyCookingRecipes.com INGREDIENTS:

• 20-24 pieces hard boiled quail eggs
• 1 cup flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/2 tbsp annatto powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• cooking oil for frying

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Pork Adobo Recipe

Try this simple yet satisfying Pork Adobo Recipe and let me know what you think.
Ingredients

• 2 lbs pork belly
• 2 tbsp garlic, minced or crushed
• 5 pieces dried bay leaves
• 4 tbsp vinegar
• ½ cup soy sauce
• 1 tbsp whole pepper corn
• 1 cup water
• salt to taste

Instructions

1. Combine the pork belly, soy sauce, and garlic then marinade for at least 1 hour
2. Heat the pot and put-in the marinated pork belly then cook for a few minutes
3. Add water, whole pepper corn, and dried bay leaves then bring to a boil. Simmer for 40 minutes to 1 hour
4. Put-in the vinegar and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes
5. Add salt to taste
6. Serve hot. Share and enjoy!

this ingredients is from panlasangpinoy.com

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CHICKEN ASADO

INGREDIENTS

• 3 pounds chicken, cut into serving parts
• ¼ cup calamansi juice
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 1 onion, peeled and sliced thinly
• 3 cubes Dorot crushed garlic (thawed) or 3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• 2 large potatoes, peeled and sliced into ¼ inch thickness
• ¼ cup oil
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• ½ cup tomato sauce
• 1 cup water
• salt to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a bowl, combine chicken, calamansi juice, soy sauce, onions, garlic, and pepper. Massage marinade onto meat and marinate for about 20 to 30 minutes. Drain chicken, squeezing meat and aromatics to extract liquid. Reserve marinade.
2. In a skillet or wide pan over medium heat, heat oil. Add potatoes and cook until lightly browned and cooked through. With a slotted spoon, remove from pan and drain on paper towels. Keep warm.
3. Remove excess oil from pan except for 2 tablespoons. Add chicken, onions and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is lightly browned and onions and garlic are softened.
4. Add reserved marinade and bring to a boil for about 2 to 3 minutes. Add tomato sauce and water and bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover, and cook for about 30 to 40 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and sauce is reduced. Season with salt to taste. Transfer onto serving platter and garnish with potatoes. Serve hot.

this is from kawakingpinoy.com

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FILIPINO-STYLE BARBECUE CHICKEN

This BBQ chicken is a quick and easy dish perfect for busy weeknights. The chicken is marinated in a simple mixture of calamansi juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, fresh garlic, and pepper. We usually just fry the chicken for convenience sake but you can grill it over hot coals if you prefer. However way, the chicken comes out moist, flavorful and just amazing with steamed rice. Enjoy! this is from kawalingpinoy.com
INGREDIENTS

• 3 pounds chicken, cut into serving parts
• ½ cup soy sauce
• ¼ cup calamansi juice
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 head garlic, peeled and minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• ¼ cup oil

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Wash chicken and pat dry.
2. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, calamansi juice, brown sugar, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well until sugar and salt are dissolved. Add chicken and stir until coated with marinade. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results. Drain chicken and bring to room temperature. Discard marinade.
3. In a wide, thick bottomed pan over medium heat, heat oil. Add chicken and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes on each side or until nicely browned on the outside and thermometer inserted in the center reads 165 F. Alternatively, grill over hot coals for about 10 to 15 minutes on each side. Serve hot.

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