Authentic Filipino Recipes
Welcome to Kusina Secrets! I know Filipino cooking can seem tricky. Maybe you’ve tried making Sinigang that wasn’t quite as sour as you remember, or your first attempt at Lechon Kawali didn’t get that perfect crispy skin. We’ve all been there! That’s exactly why I created KusinaSecrets.com.
No fancy chef talk or hard-to-find ingredients – just real, delicious Filipino food the way our families make it.
Latest Recipes
Quezon-Style Sinantomas (Cheesy Pineapple Pork Ribs)
Let me introduce you to one of Quezon Province’s best-kept secrets, Sinantomas. Think of it as kaldereta’s fun, quirky cousin that decided to go in …
Yang Chow Fried Rice (Yangzhou Chaofan / 扬州炒饭)
You know those late-night inuman sessions that somehow taste better at your friend’s house? In our barakada, it’s always at Tita Judy’s place. While we’re …
Bulanglang na Hipon (Kapampangan Shrimp Sinigang)
Whenever I visit my titas in Pampanga, there’s one dish that they never fail to cook for me – Bulanglang na Hipon. My cousins and …
Filipino Bringhe (Kapampangan Yellow Rice Paella)
Let me tell you about one of my favorite Filipino party dishes, Bringhe. Think of it as our local spin on Spanish paella, but way …
Filipino Pork Embutido (Pinoy-Style Stuffed Meatloaf)
You know what’s funny about pork embutido? It’s one of those dishes that looks super fancy when sliced but is actually just our Filipino way …
Filipino Goto (Beef Tripe Congee)
Ever had one of those days when you’re craving something that just warms you up from the inside out? That’s exactly what Goto is all …
Adobong Dilaw (Filipino Yellow Turmeric Adobo)
Let me introduce you to one of my favorite takes on Filipino adobo – the Adobong Dilaw. If you think regular adobo is good (and …
Jollibee Style Spaghetti (Pinoy Sweet Spaghetti)
A cherished Filipino comfort food that transformed Italian spaghetti into something uniquely Pinoy, Jollibee Style Spaghetti stands apart with its distinctively sweet tomato meat sauce, …
Homemade Pork Tocino
A cherished Kapampangan specialty, Pork Tocino stands as a testament to Filipino culinary heritage. This homemade version bypasses commercial preservatives while maintaining the authentic sweet-savory …
Meet Maria
The heart and soul behind KusinaSecrets.com, where home cooking transcends the ordinary and becomes an expression of love. As a devoted mother who discovered her culinary passion in the warmth of her family kitchen, Maria has mastered the art of transforming everyday ingredients into extraordinary meals that bring families together. Her journey began with simple recipes passed down through generations, but her innovative spirit and dedication to exploring new flavors have evolved into something truly special.
Through KusinaSecrets.com, she opens her virtual kitchen to fellow home cooks, sharing not just recipes but the wisdom, tips, and techniques she’s gathered from years of experimenting at her stovetop.
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