Ginisang Pechay with Tofu
Ginisang pechay with tofu is a quick Filipino budget ulam with crisp-tender greens, golden tofu and a light garlic-soy sauce.
Budget Meals
Practical recipes that stretch familiar ingredients.
Chicken Lugaw with Ginger and Spring Onion
Chicken lugaw with ginger and spring onion is a soothing Filipino rice porridge with tender chicken, toasted garlic and a…
Ginisang Ampalaya with Egg and Tomato
Ginisang ampalaya with egg and tomato is a classic Filipino vegetable ulam with tender-crisp bitter melon and softly set eggs.
Pork Giniling with Sayote
Pork giniling with sayote is an economical Filipino ulam with savoury ground pork, juicy chayote, tomatoes and a light sauce.
Ensaladang Pipino with Tomato and Calamansi
Ensaladang pipino with tomato and calamansi is a crisp Filipino side dish with red onion and a bright sweet-sour vinegar…
Tortang Upo with Tomatoes
Tortang upo with tomatoes is a soft Filipino vegetable omelette made with tender bottle gourd, onion and eggs for an…
Sotanghon with Sardines and Pechay
Sotanghon with sardines and pechay is an affordable noodle ulam with a light tomato broth, soft glass noodles and quick-cooking…
Ginisang Munggo with Kalabasa
Ginisang munggo with kalabasa combines creamy mung beans and sweet squash in a comforting Filipino one-pot ulam with malunggay or…
Ensaladang Talong with Salted Egg
Ensaladang talong with salted egg combines smoky eggplant, tomato, onion and a sharp calamansi-vinegar dressing for an easy Filipino side…
Ginisang Sayote with Corned Beef
Ginisang sayote with corned beef is a quick Filipino budget ulam with tender-crisp vegetables, savoury beef and a light tomato-garlic…
Adobong Kangkong with Tofu
Adobong kangkong with tofu is a savoury, meat-free Filipino ulam with crisp tofu and tender water spinach in a balanced…
Ukoy na Kalabasa: Crispy Squash Fritters
Ukoy na kalabasa turns thin squash strips into crisp Filipino fritters. Use a light batter, shallow-fry safely and serve immediately…
Misua with Sardines and Patola
Misua with sardines and patola is a quick, comforting Filipino soup made with pantry staples. Learn the right order so…
Ginisang Repolyo with Tuna
Ginisang repolyo with tuna is a quick Filipino budget ulam with tender-crisp cabbage, tomato and flakes of canned tuna in…
Tortang Sardinas with Tomatoes: Easy Budget Ulam
Turn one can of sardines, eggs and tomatoes into a crisp-edged torta. This budget-friendly Filipino ulam includes practical cooking and…
Tomato Patis Eggplant with Pechay
An original comforting, savory and lightly sweet from ripe tomatoes Eggplant recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and an…
Tomato Patis Firm Tofu with Pechay
An original comforting, savory and lightly sweet from ripe tomatoes Firm Tofu recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and…
Ginisang Sardinas with Upo: Easy Budget Ulam
Stretch two cans of tomato sardines into a comforting family ulam with tender upo, fresh aromatics, practical substitutions, and safe…
Ginger Scallion Mixed Vegetables with Pechay
An original aromatic and gently savory Mixed Vegetables recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and an ordinary home stove,…
Ginger Scallion Mushrooms with Pechay
An original aromatic and gently savory Mushrooms recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and an ordinary home stove, with…
Ginger Scallion Eggplant with Pechay
An original aromatic and gently savory Eggplant recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and an ordinary home stove, with…
Ginger Scallion Firm Tofu with Pechay
An original aromatic and gently savory Firm Tofu recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and an ordinary home stove,…
Garlic Calamansi Mixed Vegetables with Pechay
An original bright, savory and lightly tangy Mixed Vegetables recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and an ordinary home…
Garlic Calamansi Mushrooms with Pechay
An original bright, savory and lightly tangy Mushrooms recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and an ordinary home stove,…
Garlic Calamansi Eggplant with Pechay
An original bright, savory and lightly tangy Eggplant recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and an ordinary home stove,…
Garlic Calamansi Firm Tofu with Pechay
An original bright, savory and lightly tangy Firm Tofu recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and an ordinary home…
40 minVinegar Pepper Mixed Vegetables
An original savory-sour in the style of a simple home braise Mixed Vegetables recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions…
Black Pepper Oyster Sauce Mixed Vegetables
An original deeply savory and peppery Mixed Vegetables recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and an ordinary home stove.
Sweet Soy Mixed Vegetables
An original salty-sweet with a mild vinegar lift Mixed Vegetables recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and an ordinary…
Chili Garlic Mixed Vegetables
An original savory with adjustable heat Mixed Vegetables recipe adapted for Filipino ingredients, family portions and an ordinary home stove.