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Ate’s Food Memoirs

Ate’s Favorite Trio

01

🍜 Palabok

A festive noodle dish topped with a rich shrimp sauce, crunchy chicharon, and hard-boiled eggs. Palabok always reminded me of birthdays and special gatherings growing up—bright, flavorful, and full of joy.

02

🍮 Kakanin

Sticky, sweet, and made with love—kakanin brings back memories of merienda with family. Whether it’s sapin-sapin or biko, these rice-based treats are a taste of tradition and comfort.

03

🍗 Chicken Adobo

Savory, tangy, and deeply satisfying, chicken adobo is the ultimate Filipino comfort food. It was one of the first dishes I wanted to learn, and it still brings warmth to every meal.

The Heart of Palabok

Every flavorful layer begins with the right ingredients—this is where the soul of palabok truly starts.

Main Ingredients:

400g rice noodles (bihon)

2 tablespoons annatto powder (atsuete)

1/2 cup shrimp broth (or water with shrimp bouillon) 2 tablespoons cornstarch (dissolved in water)

1 tablespoon fish sauce Salt and pepper to taste