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Manila Clams with Black Bean Sauce

January 3, 2010

First posted on 12/3/2008. A recipe worth re-visiting.

This recipe draws inspiration from my favorite tilapia fillets with black bean sauce and from our recent weekend dimsum trip. My daughter and I had already shared a delicious bounty of shrimp walnut, Read more


Written by Lalaine · Filed Under Asian Flair, Beans and Legumes, Fish and Seafood, Piping Hot 

Cream Cheese Wontons

December 31, 2009

“People are so worried about what they eat between Christmas and the New Year, but they really should be worried about what they eat between the New Year and Christmas”.
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Written by Lalaine · Filed Under Eggs and Dairy, Holiday Fare, Recent Recipes 

Chili Garlic Shrimp

November 6, 2008

Here is a quick, done-in-a-flash way to liven and spice up shrimps. The recipe uses the convenience of bottled sauces thus, preparation Read more


Written by Lalaine · Filed Under Asian Flair, Fish and Seafood 

Chinese Pearl Balls

October 21, 2008

These chinese appetizers are so christened from how their shell of glutinous rice turns to pearly grains when cooked. These chinese pearl balls are favorite mainstays in dimsum houses but can easily be made at home with a little bit of rolling Read more


Written by Lalaine · Filed Under Appetizers, Asian Flair, Pork, Potatoes and Grains 

Crispy Halibut Nuggets with Pineapple Sauce

October 8, 2008


Update: Good can be better. I initially posted this crispy halibut nuggets Read more


Written by Lalaine · Filed Under Asian Flair, Fish and Seafood, Fruit Suprises 

Nutella and Banana Wonton Packets

October 7, 2008

Last Saturday, I spent a good part of my afternoon trying out different wonton fillings. I experimented using almost everything I had in my pantry, from the mild cinnamon-y pears Read more


Written by Lalaine · Filed Under Asian Flair, Fruit Suprises, Snacks, Sweets and Treats 

Ginisang Pechay at Giniling

September 12, 2008

Ginisang pechay is one of my favorite vegetable dishes to make. It’s simple to prepare, delicious with fried fish, and packed with calcium, phosphorus and other nutrients. Read more


Written by Lalaine · Filed Under Asian Flair, Pork, Vegetable Delight 

Nuea Sawan (Heavenly Beef)

August 18, 2008

I am continually amazed by how foods and cuisines from all over the world are closely intertwined. Take for instance this nuea sawan, with its sweet-salty taste and jerky-like texture, it reminds me of Read more


Written by Lalaine · Filed Under Asian Flair, Beef and Veal 

Hoisin Chicken Wings

August 7, 2008

This is another finger-licking good chicken wing recipe that is sure to top your appetizer favorites. Easy to pull together, the marinade prepares in less than five minutes Read more


Written by Lalaine · Filed Under Appetizers, Asian Flair, Chicken and Poultry 

Shrimp and Chicken Wonton Soup

July 18, 2008

My husband has been feeling under the weather these past two days. Flu season again! Chicken afritada was our dinner menu Read more


Written by Lalaine · Filed Under Asian Flair, Chicken and Poultry, Fish and Seafood, Soups and Salads 

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