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How to Make Maja Blanca Pudding with Latik Topping

RG @ Astig Vegan — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 19:04:13 +0000

If you grew up in the US, yellow corn might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of sweet desserts. But if you grew up in Asia including the Philippines, you’ve probably had yellow corn in your icy drinks, sweet pudding, ice cream, and pastries. If you come to think...

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Young Jackfruit in Coconut Milk, Ginataang Langka

RG @ Astig Vegan — Thu, 18 Oct 2018 03:33:45 +0000

Coconut milk dishes in Filipino cuisine are usually either sweet or savory. Interestingly, both versions are named the same way. The first word is usually “Ginataang ” which means “in coconut milk,” and the second word is the main ingredient. For example, “Ginataang Langka” is “Young Jackfruit in Coconut Milk” and it’s savory but “Ginataang...

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Vegan Filipino Macaroni Salad

RG @ Astig Vegan — Sun, 11 Jun 2017 17:19:34 +0000

Compared to the Italian, Mediterranean, and other versions, Filipino Macaroni Salad is the sweeter and heartier counterpart. If it’s up to me, I would eat a whole bowl as entree and dessert (and I have). There’s something irresistible in the creamy elbow macaroni, sweet and tender pineapple, and savory touch of garlic powder, salt, and pepper. But...

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Vegan Filipino Chicharon, Two Ways

RG @ Astig Vegan — Sun, 23 Apr 2017 06:14:42 +0000

Vegan Filipino Chicharon is a fun little snack that has dried shiitake mushrooms coated in rice flour and sweet rice flour then deep-fried. Another way to make it is by deep-frying dried yuba skin. You could serve vegan Filipino Chicharon as a snack, appetizer, or party food. For best results, I suggest serving them with spicy vinegar...

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Putobumbong – Newly Improved Recipe

RG @ Astig Vegan — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 23:59:04 +0000

Because everyone is feeling the holiday spirit (I know I am!), I’m featuring something classic and quintessential where I came from. Back in the Philippines, the holiday season won’t be the same without Putobumbong, a sweet rice cake coated in grated coconut, slathered with butter, and served with muscovado and brown sugar. Putobumbong in the...

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Vegan Calamari (Astig 2.0)

RG @ Astig Vegan — Sun, 26 Jun 2016 07:00:23 +0000

I thought vegan Calamari would be perfect to eat at a game night – the NBA Finals Game 7 to be exact. I was ready with my ingredients and ready to make vegan Calamari for my family. But time flew by especially because the game was on the same day as Father’s Day and we took our dad...

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Shredded Cabbage Salad with Kalamansi juice

RG @ Astig Vegan — Sat, 26 Mar 2016 23:03:41 +0000

Spring is officially here in the US. The temperature is rising and the sun starts to linger at night (until 7pm!). I find myself craving for something refreshing in this warmer weather. I still have some leftover kalamansi from making a marmalade so I thought of making Shredded Cabbage Salad with Kalamansi juice. I love the crunch...

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Kalamansi Marmalade

RG @ Astig Vegan — Sun, 20 Mar 2016 16:39:12 +0000

Kalamansi Marmalade has a special place in my heart -and in my kitchen. Growing up in the Philippines, I never had access to lemons and limes. If there’s a Filipino equivalent, that’s kalamansi. Most Filipinos use it to make fresh kalamansi juice,which is perfect on a hot, scorching day. Filipinos also use kalamansi to flavor condiments and marinades or...

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8 Vegan Superbowl Recipes

RG @ Astig Vegan — Sat, 16 Jan 2016 08:00:59 +0000

Superbowl is typically not an event I would celebrate simply because I didn’t grow up watching American football. But something exciting is happening this year. Superbowl 50 will be held in the bay area, my current residence! The entire bay area is buzzing and the local news has been covering the anticipation. The city of Santa Clara...

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Grilled Tempeh with Filipino Barbecue Sauce

RG @ Astig Vegan — Sun, 16 Aug 2015 07:14:49 +0000

Grilling could not get any simpler with Filipino barbecue sauce. With just four ingredients (three when grilling outdoors), you’ll have yourself a flavorful barbecue dish with very little effort. All the ingredients could be found at major supermarkets, if they’re not already in your pantry. The version of Filipino barbecue sauce I’m referring to is the street food...

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