Filipino Side Dishes

Lumpia is a simple and flavourful Filipino finger food that evolved from the Chinese spring rolls. Each lumpia consists of a rice or flour dough wrap that is stuffed with meat (most often ground pork or beef) and vegetables such as cabbage, carrot... READ MORE

Daing is a Filipino term which refers to a vast category of marinated or salted sun-dried fish. Depending on the region and the technique, daing can be produced with various types of fish that may differ in texture and moisture levels. Marinated o... READ MORE

The lightly sweetened puto are popular Filipino steamed rice cakes traditionally consisting of finely ground soaked rice that is steamed in round containers and served sliced. The popularity of these versatile cakes has caused the develop... READ MORE

Depending on the region, the Filipino term latik can refer to two separate dishes: either coconut curds produced by heating coconut milk to separate the oil, or a thick and sweet coconut syrup made by reducing a combination of coconut cre... READ MORE

Kilawin is a term which refers to a broad group of Filipino dishes which are similar to the Italian crudo or the Peruvian ceviche. It can employ meat or seafood which is cut or sliced, then blended with vinegar, citrus juices, an... READ MORE

Tokwa't baboy is a traditional dish made with tofu and pork as the main ingredients. Besides deep-fried tofu and pork belly and ears, it also contains a combination of pork broth, vinegar, soy sauce, chili peppers, and chopped onions. The dish is ... READ MORE

Ginisang munggo is a traditional dish originating from the Philippines. The dish is usually made with a combination of mung beans, spinach, garlic, onions, tomatoes, dried shrimp, beef stock, fish sauce, oil, and black pepper. The onions, garlic, ... READ MORE

Poqui poqui is a traditional dish originating from Ilocos. In order to prepare the dish, grilled eggplants are first peeled, then chopped and sautéed with garlic, onions or shallots, and tomatoes. Beaten eggs are then stirred into the pan, ... READ MORE