root word: masa (“dough”)
TAGALOG-ENGLISH DICTIONARY
TINGTING
BANGUS
Scientific name: Chanos chanos
Known as one of the boniest fishes in the world, the milkfish is the quintessential fish in Philippine cuisine — dried, grilled, stuffed, or used as a primary ingredient in sinigang or paksiw.
ba·ngús
milkfish
pambansang isda ng Pilipinas
national fish of the Philippines
Bonuan bangús from Dagupan, Pangasinan
Dagupan City in Pangasinan Province holds a Bangus Festival every year in April. The area is well known for their milkfish products.
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HANDULONG
Sudden, unremitting attack.
GATAS
PINIPIG
Amoy Pinipig ~
Green puffed rice of the Philippines?
Pinipig are immature rice grains that are pounded until they are flat and then are toasted.
How is Pinipig Made?
Pinipig is made from a particular type of rice called malagkit (glutinous or sticky). The grains are harvested while still green. They are husked and the chaff is separated from the grain. The resulting bright green kernels are then pounded in a large wooden mortar with pestles. Once flat, they are toasted dry on pans or baked until crisp.
What Color is Pinipig?
Pinipig is light green in color when fresh, but usually becomes yellowish white to brown when toasted. The grains sort of resemble oats, and are often confused with puffed rice. The texture is crunchy on the exterior with a chewy center.
What Can I Use Pinipig For?
You can eat it plain, though it is more frequently used as a topping for various sweets, cakes, and even drinks.
KULTA
Variant of korta.
KONSYUMER
This is a transliteration into Tagalog of the English word. Continue reading “KONSYUMER”