Are you ready for a yummy adventure? Meet Sari Sari, a tasty Filipino dish. This blog will share with you an easy-to-make Sari Sari Recipe.
Sari Sari is a Filipino dish full of flavors. It’s like a food party! It usually has colorful veggies, shrimp, and tender meat. It’s a tasty mix of flavors and textures.
Sari Sari is great because it’s easy and yummy, and you can use whatever you have. It’s budget-friendly and perfect for family meals. It’s all about diverse flavors and bringing people together.
The first time I had Sari Sari, it blew me away. The meat, veggies, and shrimp paste – amazing! I’ve been a fan ever since and want to share it with you.
Ingredients To Make Sari Sari
- Roast pork crispy (cut into 1 ½-inch chunks) = 1 pound
- Chicken broth = 6 cups
- vegetable oil = 2 tablespoon
- Shrimp = ¼ pound
- Onion = 1
- Garlic = 4 cloves
- Ginger (fresh) = 2 tablespoon
- Fish sauce = 2 tablespoon
- White vinegar = 2 tablespoon
- Tomato paste = 2 tablespoon
- Tomatoes = 2
- Eggplants = 2
- Beans = ½ pound
- Melon bitter (medium size) = 1
- Salt = 1 teaspoon
How To Make Sari Sari
Step By Step Instructions:
Step 1
Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add oil.
Step 2
Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
Step 3
Add salt, broth, tomato paste, vinegar, and fish sauce. Stir well.
Step 4
Lower the heat, and add long beans, eggplant, and tomatoes. Cover. Cook until almost done, stirring occasionally.
Step 5
Add shrimp and bitter melon, and simmer until shrimp turns pink.
Step 6
Adjust salt or fish sauce to taste.
Step 7
Stir in roast pork, cook thoroughly, shake for crispy pork.
Recipe Tips!
Here are tips for making great Sari Sari:
- Chop Nicely: Cut ingredients evenly for even cooking.
- Cook Slow: Let it simmer to blend flavors.
- Experiment: Try different ingredients and find your favorite.
To Serve with Sari Sari:
- Garlic Rice: Fragrant and perfect with Sari Sari.
- Fried Fish: Crispy fish goes well with Sari Sari sauce.
- Eggplant Salad: Grilled eggplants with tasty dressing.
- Mango Salad: Fresh mangoes with shrimp paste for a sweet and salty mix.
Storage:
If you have leftovers, store them in the fridge in an airtight container. Sari Sari tastes even better the next day. Just reheat and enjoy!
FAQs About Sari Sari:
Can I use any meat?
Yes! Pork, seafood, anything works.
Do I need shrimp paste?
No, but it adds a unique taste.
What veggies can I use?
Be creative! Bell peppers, eggplant, okra – your choice.
Final Thoughts!
Sari Sari brings Filipino flavors to your table. It’s simple, flexible, and sure to please a crowd.
Try it, follow our tips, and make your own Sari Sari memories. Your family might just love it – it’s that good!
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Spicy Ginger Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs cut small
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger grated
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 green onions sliced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken and cook until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and set aside briefly.
- Add garlic and ginger to skillet.
- Stir for 30 seconds to release flavor.
- Pour in soy sauce, vinegar, and honey.
- Stir sauce well until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken and coat with sauce.
- Add red pepper flakes and green onions.
- Cook 3-4 minutes until chicken is done.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Drizzle sesame oil and stir quickly.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Use fresh ginger for best flavor burst.
- Don’t overcook the chicken, keep it juicy.
- Adjust chili flakes for your spice preference.
- Add cornstarch to thicken the sauce more.
- Garnish with sesame seeds for crunch.