10 Most Popular Recipes of 2021

This year, I was lucky enough to cook with a lot of passion fruit, thanks to my friends at Rincon Tropics (check out my Rincon Tropics podcast episode!), and these Passion Fruit Possets became one of your favorites, as well. I don't blame you! Possets are one of the simplest desserts, yet so elegant and irresistible!

I revisited this old favorite of mine in 2021, and I'm so glad I did! This Blackberry Green Smoothie is so refreshing and was hidden away in the archives - I'm so glad you all loved it, too! It's such an easy way to sneak in extra greens!

Cantaloupe Juice is another oldie-but-goodie that was in need of a post-makeover! This summer staple is called Melon sa Malamig in the Philippines; “sa malamig” refers to cold drinks meant to cool you off, and this definitely does the trick.

Coming in at Number 1: Pancit Palabok! There are so many pancit varieties in the Philippines, and Pancit Palabok is one of my favorites (after Pancit Bihon). I'm so glad that this was your favorite recipe published in 2021! Admittedly, I consider palabok a "special occassion" noodle dish, but this version is easy enough to make on a weeknight, so no need to wait!

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!

Starting the countdown of the most popular Kitchen Confidante recipes of all time in 2021 is actually a roundup of leftovers! My 15 Simple Leftover Chicken Recipes has lots of inspiration for when you have a little extra chicken, whether it's from a Sunday roast chicken or from storebought rotisserie!

This conforting stew is the first dish I ever cooked for my husband, and is still one of my family's top meals, especially this time of year. It’s no surprise that Mechado continues to be one of the most popular recipes on my site today!

Taho - I like to describe it as a cross between silky pudding and sweet, scoopable boba! The first time I had Filipino Silken Tofu with Sago Pearls and Syrup, I fell in love. If you haven't tried it yet, promise me you'll give it a shot soon!

A Filipino fiesta isn’t complete without lumpia! This recipe comes from my Tita Leah, and continues its reign as reader favorite in 2021!

I'm not gonna lie, this took me by surprise! My post on How to Microwave Corn on the Cob took over as the most popular recipe of all time in 2021. But I get it! It's easy, doesn't require boiling water, AND this method makes it so easy to remove the husk and the corn silk! I hope you give it a try!