FoodRecap

Pinoy food technologies, resources, news and reviews. Includes food safety and health issues

The Imported GG, Galunggong

I thought galungong was one of poor man’s source of food – as ulam. Blame the environment where I grew up. My elementary and intermediated school mates often looked down on me whenever I had a pack lunch of fried/pinangat na galungong and rice. I used to hide it to avoid sharp observant eyes. Is [...]

About Shark Fins, Shark Finning and Shark Fin Soup

Anyone please describe how shark fin soup taste! According to rumors, shark fin soup is not so tasty but commands a premium price. The  issue about shark finning was covered by the latest episode of Jessica Soho. Sharks are caught using large hooks with a red-looking fish as a bait. Shark catching is not a [...]

Ang Chicharron ni Mang Juan

chicharon ni mang juan

Tikman ang sarap ng paboritong chicharron ni Mang Juan. Kikiligin ka sa pinakabago at kasabik sabik na chicharrong nababalot sa asim tulad ng Sukang Paombong. Kaya lasapin ang sarap ng original Pinoy merienda na siguradong swak na swak sa inyong panlasa. Yan ang certified sarap ng Chicharron ni Mang Juan. I dropped it back after [...]

What is Alkaline Cooking Salt? Benefits?

alkaline cooking salt

According to product label, this alkaline salt is best for seasoning. Can also serve as detoxifier – Rinse fruits and vegetables in a liter of water dissolved with a teaspoon of alkaline salt. It came from the sea based from the words “purified ocean pan salt”. I looked for alkaline salt meaning. It is a [...]

The Bad Smelling Unsoy Vegetable

unsoy

I love this but I never buy it often. Why? Because I am the only one eating it. My brothers, sister, parents, wife and son never like it. They are complaining about its bad smell – amoy atangya. It has the smell similar to stink bug. The vegetable is indeed bad smelling but good tasting. [...]

Questions You Should Never Ask from a Market Retailer

Remember not to ask these questions when buying! 1) Are your fish fresh? You should learn how to identify fresh and good quality fish. It should be whole, no red eyes, no foul odors, etc… 2) Are your crabs plumb? Fat crabs are heavy for its size. Weigh it by hand. Select heavy crabs and [...]

Why Process Honey into Powdered Form?

honey powder

Have you seen or used honey powder?  I have never seen or used one. I encountered it only on letters – on the package of canned health drink. The purposes of processing. 1) To extend product shelf life so its going to be available in other places or in the same place in future time. [...]