Lengua Estofada by ShaleeDP

This is an exotic dish that many locals enjoy. It's ox-tongue... cooked deliciously!

Crispy Fried Kangkong by ShaleeDP

Maruya (Banana Fritters) by ShaleeDP

This is much liked by kids. I have seen my friends as a kid enjoyed this while we play outside. Normally it is a 'quick snack' that is easily fixed at home.

Atay at Balun-balunan Adobo by ShaleeDP

Adobo style chicken liver and gizzard.

Ampalaya Gisado with Egg (Sauteed Bitter Gourd) by ShaleeDP

Ampalaya is just so hard to feed to kids. How I do it is I add egg in it to make the bittery taste fade a bit. It works well and it's easier for them to eat it. Ampalaya is good for those who have anemia.

Sarciadong Tilapia by ShaleeDP

A nice fish and eggs dish.

Pritong Talong with alamang by ShaleeDP

Easy-breezy side dish

(Stuffed) Ampalaya con Carne by ShaleeDP

My version of ampalaya guisado. This recipe will make sour -- easier and more fun for kids to eat.

Buchi Filipino Style by ShaleeDP

One of the most liked Filipino delicacy by young and old alike.

Nilagang Baka Buto-buto by ShaleeDP

If you want your soup to be very tasty, use the ribs part of the beef. the leg/thigh or the knee caps are good to add to the brisket part to make a tasty and sumptuous beef soup.

Isaw by ShaleeDP

Hawaiian Pizza-Crackers by Lidy Concepcion

Here's another DEL MONTE recipe I've used for snacktime with my son. Get artistic with your crackers! I used some DEL MONTE Sweet Style Pizza Sauce and topped it with some fresh cut Pineapple Tidbits and ham. Pair this with DEL MONTE Pineapple Juice for a perfect snack meal, that your kids will love too. It's rich in Iodine. Enjoy!

Baked Oysters in the Shell by ShaleeDP

Baked Oysters is one of the favorite appetizers in the southern Tagalog part of the country.

Ensaladang Manggang Hilaw (Green Mango Enchilada) by ShaleeDP

This side dish is one of my favorites. I make this whenever I have the right green mango that I could find. Even my family and friends learned to enjoy this too!

Chili Onion-Garlic Vinegar Dip by ShaleeDP

Basic vinegar dip that can be used in many fried dishes. Okoy, friend fish, lumpiang toge are a few to mention that is best dipped in this.