Filipino Chow

We started the new year with a Filipino Chow with Chef Elna Kolarich on January 20 & 21.

Pinsec Frito

A Filipino Chinese dumpling made with wonton wrapper that is filled with minced pork and shrimp deep-fried until crispy and golden. They're often served as an appetizer and are popular at dim sum restaurants in the Philippines. Veggie and Gluten-free options available.

Arroz Caldo

Arroz Caldo is the ultimate comfort food. This Filipino-style rice porridge is made by cooking glutinous rice in homemade chicken stock until thick and creamy. Seasoned with fresh aromatics like garlic and ginger and garnished with hard-boiled egg, toasted garlic, and scallions. Perfect for a midday snack or light meal. Gluten-free. Veggie option available.

Pancit

Pancit (also spelled pansít) is a general term referring to various traditional noodle dishes in Filipino cuisine. There are numerous types of pancit, often named based on the noodles used, method of cooking, place of origin, or the ingredients. Elna’s pancit features bean thread noodles with chicken, veggies, soy sauce, garlic, and onions. Gluten-free. Veggie Pancit available.

Pork Adobo

This classic Filipino dish is commonly known in restaurants and homes throughout the Philippines and America. Pork shoulder is braised in soy, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorn. Served with steamed rice and atchara, pickled papaya salad.

Ginataang Halo-halo

Halo-Halo translates to “mix mix,” referring to the combination of different ingredients that are used to complete the dish – glutinous rice balls, (bilo-bilo), plantains, sweet potatoes, tapioca pearls, and jackfruit that is cooked in sweet coconut milk.