12 Filipino Dishes To Try Before You Die

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a plant-based alternative that is more affordable.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: coconut aminos

💰Cheaper: salt

Coconut aminos offer a soy-free seasoning option.

noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles lower carbs while maintaining texture.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a common substitute for fish sauce.

Marinate chicken or pork in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and peppercorns for at least 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent.

Add marinated meat and cook until browned on all sides.

Pour in marinade and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until tender.

For Sinigang, boil water and add tomatoes, onions, and tamarind paste for sourness.

Add meat or shrimp and simmer until cooked through.

In a separate pot, cook noodles according to package instructions and set aside.

For Pancit, sauté garlic and onions in oil, then add vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes.

Add cooked noodles and soy sauce, tossing to combine and heat through.

Serve with rice on the side and garnish with green onions.

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