10 Easy Filipino Recipes
Craving a taste of the Philippines? Here are 10 easy Filipino recipes, tried and true home recipes, from classic chicken adobo and variations of pancit (noodles), to comforting arroz caldo and more!
Looking for a taste of the Philippines? Here are 10 easy Filipino recipes, all simple enough to make for a comforting weeknight meal. Try classics like Arroz Caldo (chicken and rice soup) and Chicken Adobo, to Pancit Bihon (rice noodles) and Mechado (beef stew) – you’re sure to find a new family favorite.
Whenever I am stuck in a food rut, the dishes I turn to time and again are these — classic Filipino dishes that I ate as a little girl. My mother and aunts recreated these dishes in their adopted American kitchens, and each spoonful is full of memories and love.
Over the years, I have perfected these recipes – experimenting with the classics and deciding when to keep the dishes true to how I learned them. These are the dishes that are the classics, the ones I pass on to my own children, and I hope you find your own family favorites as you cook them for the ones you love.
10 Easy Filipino Recipes
Craving a taste of the Philippines? Here are 10 easy Filipino recipes, tried and true home recipes, from classic chicken adobo and variations of pancit (noodles), to comforting arroz caldo and more!
Arroz Caldo | Filipino Chicken and Rice Soup
When you need a little TLC, there’s nothing better than chicken and rice soup, and in the Philippines, Arroz Caldo is the answer to a comforting bowl. This is my quick and easy, fast and speedy way of making Arroz Caldo. Ready in just about half an hour, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners.
Filipino Chicken Adobo
Filipino Chicken Adobo is the national dish of the Philippines, and this is my beloved family recipe for authentic, classic chicken adobo, braised in vinegar, soy sauce, and a generous portion of garlic. Serve it over rice for the ultimate comfort food.
Egg Roll Bowl (Filipino Lumpia Bowl: Lumpiang Hubad)
My mom's lumpia recipe is one of my favorites, and this skips the rolling for an easy meal! You may know it as an egg roll bowl, but it is also known as Filipino lumpiang hubad. This lumpia bowl requires no wrappers, rolling, or frying!
Mechado | Filipino Beef Stew
Mechado is the first meal I ever cooked for my husband when we were dating, and it's sure to win any one's heart. This hearty stew is full of tender morsels of beef, potatoes, and carrots, braised to perfection.
Filipino Pork Adobo
There are many ways to adobo, and Filipino Pork Adobo is my dad's personal favorite. I share tips on how to make it in a slow cooker or pressure cooker, making this recipe even easier than it already is!
Filipino-style Picadillo Bowls
My take on Filipino Picadillo is lighter and cooks in under 30 minutes, with an extra boost of vegetables!
Chicken and Asparagus Sotanghon (Glass Noodle) Soup
This glass noodle soup was my friends' favorite when I would cook it for them in our grad school days! On cold winter nights, I turn to this comforting soup that warms you up and nourishes from within.
Instant Pot Beef Nilaga (Filipino Beef and Vegetable Soup)
I think of my dad every time I make Nilaga - this was his personal specialty. Served over rice, this Filipino beef and vegetable soup is simple and hearty.
Pancit Bihon (Filipino Rice Noodles)
Pancit Bihon is a classic rice noodle dish that showcases Chinese influence on Philippine cuisine and popular at many a Filipino fiesta. This easy version of the rice noodle dish is quick enough for weeknight dinner!
Chicken Afritada
This chicken stew is a stand-by at my house! This humble dish with chicken braised in a tomato sauce with potatoes and vegetables is delicious served over rice.
These are just a few of my favorite recipes, it was hard to narrow it down to just ten! But the good news is if you’ve cooked your way through these classics, there’s even more to explore. I hope you enjoy them – happy cooking!
More Filipino recipes to try
Looking for more? Here are more dishes to try, from classics to Filipino-fusion and dishes inspired by the flavors of the Philippines!
Sweet Filipino dishes:
10 Easy Filipino Desserts with Coconut Milk
Ensaymada: Filipino Brioche Bread
Taho: Filipino Silken Tofu with Sago Pearls and Syrup
Mamon: Filipino Sponge Cake
Pianono: Filipino Swiss Roll
Bibingka: Filipino Coconut-Rice Cake
Savory Filipino dishes:
Big Game Bowl Recipes: Filipino Pork Barbecue Bowl and Spicy Korean-Style Meatball Bowl
Filipino Crispy Tofu and Mushroom Adobo
Vegetarian Pancit Bihon (Filipino Rice Noodles with Veggies)
Pancit Canton (Filipino Stir-Fried Noodles)
Slow Cooker Filipino Adobo-style Pulled Pork Sandwiches
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Thanks for this! Please create more content like this.
Thank you so much Liren.
You are so very welcome, Maria! I hope you enjoy the recipes!!