FILIPINO CHRISTMAS RECIPES : Lumpiang Sariwa / Beef Caldereta / Pancit Bihon / Cathedral Window

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu is a plant-based protein that is often less expensive than shrimp.

pork

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken

Turkey provides a leaner option while being cost-effective.

rice paper wrappers

🥗Healthier: lettuce leaves

💰Cheaper: cabbage leaves

Lettuce or cabbage can be used for a low-carb alternative.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: cashews

Sunflower seeds are a nut-free alternative and often more affordable.

Prepare the lumpia filling by sautéing ground chicken and shrimp with chopped vegetables including green beans, carrots, sweet potato, turnips, cabbage, onion, and garlic in cooking oil.

Season the mixture with fish sauce and black pepper; add water and chicken cubes, and cook until the vegetables are tender.

Let the filling cool slightly before wrapping.

Prepare the fresh lumpia wrapper by mixing eggs, cooking oil, water, and all-purpose flour until smooth; cook on a greased pan for 1-2 minutes until it no longer sticks.

Lay a wrapper on a clean surface, add a spoonful of the filling, and roll tightly to seal.

Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.

Prepare the lumpia sauce by dissolving cornstarch in water, then mixing with garlic paste, brown sugar, soy sauce, and additional water; cook until thickened.

Serve the fresh lumpia topped with the sauce and crushed peanuts.

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