#2 Classic Filipino Soups
From bulalo to arroz caldo, soups are essential to the Philippines’ culinary identity. Every region boasts a heartwarming recipe! There’s linat-ang baboy from Cebu, tiyula itum from Sulu, and pinikpikan from the Cordilleras. Each has a notable characteristic, but all feature a common denominator – that sweetish, umami-packed flavor profile.
For low-cost options, include Filipino-style clear soups in your menu. Choose from heritage recipes from the Visayas, such as pancit Molo, utan Bisaya (sinabawang gulay), and kansi. If you want to pique your guests’ interest, offer them something new, like a Filipino-style seafood bouillabaisse made with the freshest local shellfish you can find.
Chef’s tip: Follow the traditional methods of preparing Filipino soups – wrap your wontons yourself and slowly simmer your kansi meat until completely tender. If you need a flavor boost, use Knorr Broths in your base but incorporate it with classic seasonings.