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Ensaladang Pipino

Cultural Context

Ensaladang Pipino, a refreshing cucumber salad, is a staple in Filipino cuisine, often served as a side dish to complement rich and savory meals. This salad highlights the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables and is typically enjoyed during hot weather or festive gatherings. Its simplicity and versatility have led to various adaptations, making it a beloved dish not only in the Philippines but also among Filipino communities worldwide.

FilipinoPHside
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons Datu Puti (Filipino sugarcane vinegar or white vinegar)
1/4 cup purple onion, sliced thinly into quarter circles
1 cup cucumber, sliced thinly in semi-circles
1 cup tomatoes, sliced thinly in quarter circles

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor while being vegetarian.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note and is often considered healthier.

1

Add vinegar to bowl

2

Add tomatoes, cucumbers, onions

3

Shake in the container and serve cold

Cooking Techniques

slicingmixing

Equipment Needed

container with lid

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Cucumber Salad

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