Are you a fan of Filipino cuisine? Do you enjoy the bold and flavorful dishes that are unique to this part of the world? Well, we have a treat for you – two delicious recipes that will have your taste buds dancing with delight!
Chicken Adobo Pasta
This fusion dish combines traditional Filipino adobo seasoning with Italian pasta for a satisfying meal that will leave you wanting more. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound of spaghetti
- 1 pound of chicken thighs, chopped
- 1/2 cup of soy sauce
- 1/2 cup of vinegar
- 1/2 cup of water
- 5 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
- 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions, for garnish
Start by cooking the spaghetti according to the package instructions. While the pasta is cooking, heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped chicken and cook until browned on both sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
In the same skillet, add the garlic and cook for a minute until fragrant. Add the soy sauce, vinegar, water, brown sugar, bay leaf, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.
Drain the cooked spaghetti and add it to the skillet with the chicken and sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is coated evenly with the sauce. Serve hot and garnish with chopped green onions.
Ube Crinkles
If you have a sweet tooth, then you’re in for a treat with these colorful and delicious cookies that are a popular Filipino snack. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1/2 cup of butter, softened
- 1 cup of white sugar
- 1/2 cup of ube halaya (purple yam jam)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 cup of powdered sugar, for coating
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the ube halaya, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until you have a smooth dough.
Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Roll each ball in powdered sugar until evenly coated, then place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the cookies at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
There you have it – two delicious and easy-to-make recipes that bring a taste of the Philippines to your kitchen. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or hosting a dinner party, these dishes are sure to impress!
