Binangkal Recipe

Binangkal Craving

I don't usually have this intense craving for " Binangkal" but this time, It's different. I can't resist myself but to make my own for the first first time. I was surprised how it turned out, It was divine!. It's crunchy outside and sweet cakey like taste inside, to top it off! the sesame seed outside the ' Binangkal " made it more divine that I just keep coming back for more until I can't eat anymore ( haha ). My hubby and kids loved it, I was really happy about that. It was delicious and very easy to make.

I remember my  best friend Michelle made this " Binangkal" on my baby shower before, and it was really good. She made it couple more times and I can't get it out of head since then. I have " Binangkal " before back while I'm in Pinas but not as good as Michelle made it though. I don't know her secret recipe but this recipe is little close to what my best friend Michelle used to make ( haha ).
I was having little problem at first how the sesame sticking to the dough but I figured it out right after I made my first batch.  I loved  Binangkal and the craving is finally over. I might keep making Binangkal every once in awhile. It just that good!  It took me like 45 minutes it clean the whole thing up but it's all worthed. I enjoyed eating "binangkal"

Ingredients:

2 1/2 cup flour

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp baking soda

2 tsp baking powder

3/4 cup brown sugar

2/3 cup water

2 tbsp oil

sesame seeds

Directions:

1.) Shift together dry ingredients. Set aside;

2.) Mix brown sugar, water, oil. Add slowly the dry ingredients into the mixture. Mix it well.

3.) Using teaspoon, take bits of batter, roll into little balls and roll into sesame seeds.

4.) Fry it deep hot oil until brown.

5.) Serve it hot or cold along with your favorite drinks and ENJOY!. I like mine with hot chocolate.:)

 Finish product. I made like 20-24 pieces.. wink:)

Lechon Manok Recipe

Lechon Manok Recipe / Rotisserie Chicken

(My version of Lechon Manok Recipe )

I love Lechon Manok! This is one of my favorite dish growing up. It's very popular in the Philippines on birthday's, fiesta and all  kinds of special occasion, you can get lechon anywhere now. The last time I visited the country October 2012, I was blown away of how many "lechonan" is all over the place. We had the " chooks to go " cause its the one close to the place were we stayed and my family loved it. Its very delicious and the price is very affordable, We always had it for lunch. Every time I asked my family what's for lunch they're screaming "chooks to go" even hubby. ( hahaha) after 3 consecutive days eating I think we had enough and decided to eat something else. Aside from exploring all the Filipino food Cebu has to offer, We also enjoying checking some beaches around the area. It was one of the best vacation so far, the fun part is I'm with my family and its priceless.
So, the last couple days I've been craving for lechon and I wanna go back to those lovely times I had with my family eating lechon almost everyday, So, that's why I made this scrumptious chicken. It's pretty close to the Lechon I used to have, the only difference maybe is the way how it cooked but I won't change a thing. It's crunchy and so tender inside, very delicious. I made a very simple sauce that goes along with it just soy sauce, little vinegar, onion and hot peppers. Hubby and kids loved it! and so do I. I'll be making this maybe once a month for sure..:)

Ingredients:

Whole Chicken

 Garlic- minced

Onion- chopped

Lemon juice

Salt & Pepper

Sprite- half a can

Vinegar

Green onion

 Directions:

1.) Marinate the chicken ahead of time (24-48 hours) for best result.

2.) When your ready to cook the chicken, Preheat the oven to 375 degree. Stuff all the vegetables inside the chicken to add more flavor.

 

3.)Put in on the oven for 1 hour, bast the remaining liquid into the chicken and put it back for another 30 minutes until its golden brown.

4.) I add some chopped vegetables along the side for our side dish.( hubby's favorite )

5.) This is the finish product after roasting  for 1 1/2 hours. Serve it with rice and soy sauce with little vinegar. Perfect family dinner.

Homemade Cute little Bags

Homemade Cute Treat Bags

(Perfect bag for yummy treats )

Me and my good friend Mj will be throwing baby shower next month, So, this is like a continue project for  baby shower favors that I'm making, I'm thinking it would be great addition to the  Homemade Little Boxes I made earlier this week. I was little busy this week celebrating my birthday, work, kids and family, I'm still find some time to make this homemade treat bags, experimenting as I would say (haha). Its like family time with me and my kids, before they take their afternoon nap. It's always fun doing it.

 I love to be busy all the time, it seems like time goes so fast and I wanna do as much as I can ( wink ).  " Time is GOLD" so every minute is valuable.. cheers! Happy weekend everyone!

Things you need: 

Scissor

Glue

Card-stock

Ribbons/ embellishment

      Directions:

Fold the crease area of the card stock. Use the tip of the scissor to flatten the surface. Then cut little slit on both side. Just like the picture above.Continue the process until everything is done.

 

I personalized this cute little treat bag by putting some baby decorations, heart embellishment perfect for baby shower theme.

Glued all little treat bags, Let is set for 30 minutes or so, and add some ribbons on top or you can totally just leave as simple as is it.