Palabok for Merienda

Posted by girlie on May 8, 2010

It was my first time to do Palabok. Whenever I want Palabok, I go to Razon’s in Banawe. Anyway, my sisters arrived for a vacation and it was from them that I discovered Mama Sita’s Palabok Mix. How ironic, right? I’m the one staying in Manila and yet I discovered stuff from peeps staying in Philadelphia. How awesome! I’m glad that I finally decided to make one.

Here’s how I did it:

Soak the rice noodles (palabok noodles) in water for about 15 minutes. Boil for another 15-20 minutes. This actually depends on the noodles that you buy. Others require boiling, others not. Better follow the instructions. I diluted the palabok mix in water. I used 3 packs to feed an army. The pack suggested to dilute the mix in 2.5 cups of water but I suggest you do it in 2 only for more taste. I added shrimp juice (whatever you call it.) I sauteed the garlic together with shredded tinapa in a bit of olive oil, then poured the palabok mix. I let it boil until a bit sticky. I combined the noodles with the palabok mix so I can put all other ingredients on top like chicharon (pork rind), baby squid, tahong (mussels), shrimps, shredded tinapa and hard boiled eggs.

For those living abroad, you can try this out and introduce to your philam kids. I think the mixes are available at some asian stores or you can probably google it and order online.

I Made Chocolate Mousse

Posted by girlie on September 8, 2009

I thought I had a double boiler, nah it wasn’t in the set of stainless steel pans my MIL gave us. But this didn’t stop me from making chocolate mousse. Think quick! That’s what I did so the steam won’t come out on the sides. Voila! I now have melted chocolates.

I find the decorator bag hard to use, so when I found that tube at some baking store, I didn’t hesitate to get one. And this is less messy I think, and easier to use. It’s fun doing the chocolate mousse. Thank God there are cheap hand mixers, it’s been my dream to own one.

Look at my finish product! Yum! Everyone liked it, the hubs even had 3 servings, so did Josh. Me and Ish had 2 only.