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Month: December 2012

Pumpkin and Mung Bean Sprouts Fritters

Sweet Potato and Bean Sprout Fritters (Ukoy)

Ukoy is one of the most popular street food in the Philippines. Essentially julienned mixed vegetables bound by a thin batter, fried until crispy and served with a spiced vinegar sauce. There are many versions of Ukoy and it comes in all shapes and sizes as there are many cooks.  One […]

Rice Porridge

Arroz Caldo, “Hot Rice”

In the Philippines rice is usually eaten as an accompaniment to the main dish of protein and vegetables. In Arroz Caldo, literally “Hot Rice” in Spanish, rice is the main ingredient. Arroz Caldo is a ginger flavoured rice porridge topped with various condiments including finely sliced chicken, boiled eggs, garlic […]

Club Sandwich

Club Sandwich

I’ve read somewhere that the CLUB sandwich stands for Chicken Lettuce Under Bacon, but where’s the T for Tomato in that scenario and I know I wouldn’t be happy with a club sandwich without tomato. Anyway the club sandwich has become a favourite lunch during “working from home” lockdowns. It’s easy […]