Poqui-poqui
From the Philippine northern region of Ilocos comes this eggplant and egg dish redolent of the bold flavors and aromas of locally grown shallots and garlic, and the rich umami taste of fish sauce.
Recipes with vegetable / fruit
Bacon asparagus puff pastry spirals
Strips of bacon and puff pastry are wrapped in alternating fashion around each asparagus spear before baking to make this special occasion appetizer or snack.
Crispy fried potatoes, ham, tomatoes and feta salad
Rösti (Swiss-style fried grated potatoes) serves as the base and carb component of a salad. No tossing is required. Simply top the rosti with tomatoes, feta and smoky ham, drizzle in vinaigrette (or serve on the side), garnish with parsley and you have a tasty and filling meal.
Mandarin pork spare ribs
Braised in orange juice, black vinegar, soy sauce, rice wine, grated ginger and salt, the ribs are served coated with a rich sticky sauce, and garnished with orange segments and scallions.
Popcorn chicken and vegetable salad
Cubed chicken fillets are cooked Japanese katsu-style, combined with lettuce, cherry tomatoes, kiwi and mangoes, then drizzled with spicy ranch dressing.
Grilled chicken salad with fruits and nuts
Cubes of marinated chicken grilled to perfection, sweet seedless grapes, chunks of fresh pineapple and toasted pecans are tossed in mayo, sour cream and a tiny drizzle of lime juice.
Crispy cauliflower florets with Buffalo sauce
Batter-coated cauliflower florets tossed in a thick and sticky sweet-salty-spicy sauce that coats them without ruining the crispness.
Chili honey cauliflower
Cut into florets, dipped in batter, deep fried until golden and crisp, then tossed with a sticky salty-sweet-spicy sauce.