Plant-based soy “meat” cooked down in a rich and hearty tomato sauce with potatoes, carrots, and other vegetables. Kaldereta is traditionally cooked with goat meat (to make ‘kalderetang kambing’) and liver spread to get that textured sauce. Kaldereta but also come in different versions using beef, pork, and even chicken.This version is of course 100% vegan and instead of liver spread, I use a mix of peanut butter and miso paste for that extra kick of umami.
Are you going vegan, but can't quit Filipino flavors? We got you covered with this list of 7 vegan Filipino recipes for you to try!
Learn how to make giniling (aka Filipino Picadillo), a hearty and fragrant stew that has been touted as the ultimate comfort food. It packs the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors and requires simple ingredients and just one pot to prepare.
This Filipino Pancit Bihon is a staple at all of my family get togethers. It is a rice noodle dish that is loaded with vegetables and served with a sprinkle of green onions and spritz of fresh citrus juice. It is packed with flavor and filling enough to serve as a main dish.
This vegan adobo has been a hit with so many friends and family I’m so glad to finally share this classic Filipino dish with you!
Bola-Bola are Filipino Meatballs that are traditionally deep-fried for that crisp exterior. This vegan recipe only needs 8 simple ingredients and uses a mix of tofu and plant-based ground/mince to recreate that meaty texture of meatballs. These are also gluten-free!You can enjoy these by making Sweet and Sour Bola-Bola or Meatballs (recipe here)
Filipino spaghetti is a Filipino twist on classic Italian spaghetti. Sweet and savory meat sauce is tossed with spaghetti and topped with cheddar cheese, making for a delicious and creamy pasta dish that is truly unlike any other! Typically served during holidays and at birthday parties, this dish is beloved by much of the Philippines!
Learn how to make Vegan Filipino Spring Rolls aka Lumpiang Shanghai at home! These fried lumpia have the same taste and texture as the authentic recipe I grew up with, but are made with 10 simple plant-based ingredients. Deep fry or air fry until golden brown and crispy and serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
Filipino Crispy Tofu Sisig cooked with an aromatic blend of onions, garlic, peppers, and chiles. This is a hearty vegan take on the Filipino Kapampangan classic! It’s delicious savoury and spicy with a bit of sourness and hint of sweetness.Perfect with rice or sinangag (Filipino Fried Garlic Rice)!
Here's the best Filipino vegan lumpia recipe you're try. This is my mom's most popular recipe, veganized - and you cannot tell the difference!
A Filipino classic-made vegan! These soft, fluffy, and sweet bread rolls are great for a snack or meal, any time of day. They can be enjoyed on their own or with sweet and savory fillings.
This is an easy and quick Cucumber Salad recipe that makes use of fresh cucumber and a few common ingredients that are readily available in your pantry. This healthy recipe is very easy to follow and won’t take much of your time.
This Vegan Tofu Adobo or Adobong Tokwa is a vegan take on the classic Filipino dish, that’s commonly cooked using chicken or pork. This version uses tokwa, which is tofu in Filipino that I sliced into cubes and pan-fried to crisp before cooking down adobo-style. It’s packed full of flavour with the tofu acting like sponges and absorbing all the flavour. You can’t pass off on rice with this dish!
My favorite Filipino dessert by far is Bigingka. It’s a thin, unfrosted cake made with sweet rice flour and cream of coconut.
A veganized version of a Filipino dish that is packed with bold flavors and is spot on to the classic recipe. This vegan Filipino chicken adobo is easy to make and will be ready in about 30 minutes. With a marinade of vinegar, black peppercorns, bay leaves, and tamari, it has the perfect balance of sweet and sour, with a kick!
Taho is a layered dessert made with steamed silken tofu, brown sugar syrup, and sago pearls. This is traditionally served warm, but it can also be enjoyed chilled.
Filipino Pancit Canton or stir-fried noodles are flour stick noodles cooked in a broth with lots of veggies, meat, and other ingredients. It’s very similar to Chinese Lo Mein (‘mein’ meaning noodles) since noodles were first introduced by Chinese merchants in the country. This vegan pancit recipe is packed with vegetables and soy chunks.
Vegan Pan de Queso is a gluten-free bread made with Tapioca flour, the starch found in Cassava tuber that grows in tropical zones and is the key ingredient to make Vegan Cheese Bread
In this vegan Pancit recipe, rice noodles, vegetables, and tofu are seasoned with tamari, fresh ginger, and vegetable broth. So flavorful!
Sauteed mung beans with spinach. This simple and healthy dish is perfect to have during rainy or cold weather. Serve it with rice and fried fish on side.
Learn how to make a veganized version of this popular Filipino dish made with vegan chicken stewed with tomato sauce and vegetables. It is packed with flavor, SO easy to make, and naturally gluten-free! Plus, it tastes just like the classic dish.
This Filipino-Style Vegan Corned “Beef” Hash is made using rehydrated soy curls for the “beef” soaked in broth coloured with a mix of beet and atsuete or annatto powder, and sautéed with onions, and potatoes. Served this with some fried garlic rice or sinangag for a really delicious meal.
A veganized version of mouth-watering and flavor-packed Filipino Barbecue. It's made with the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory ingredients and is perfect for any gathering! This recipe is easy to prepare and will blow anyone who tries it away, vegan or not!
This is a veganised version of my all-time favourite Filipino-Style Sweet Spaghetti. This Filipino-Style Sweet Spaghetti is our adaptation of Italian Bolognese or spaghetti with meat sauce. It has sweet meat sauce packed with ground meat and sliced hot dogs, that’s sweetened with brown sugar and ketchup.
A veganized version of mouth-watering and flavor-packed Filipino Barbecue. It's made with the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory ingredients and is perfect for any gathering! This recipe is easy to prepare and will blow anyone who tries it away, vegan or not!
15 vegan filipino recipes from tofu adobo, ensaladang talong, sisig, tapa, tocino, and more! Easy to make and plant-based.
Bola-Bola are Filipino Meatballs that are traditionally deep-fried for that crisp exterior. This vegan recipe only needs 8 simple ingredients and uses a mix of tofu and plant-based ground/mince to recreate that meaty texture of meatballs. These are also gluten-free!You can enjoy these by making Sweet and Sour Bola-Bola or Meatballs (recipe here)
One of the best pizza combos is vegan-ized with this Vegan Roasted Cauliflower BBQ Pizza - perfect Friday night eat!
Filled with ground pork and vegetables, these crispy lumpia are always a hit at parties and family gatherings. Serve fried Filipino spring rolls as an appetizer with a sweet and sour dipping sauce or pair them with steamed rice for a quick meal.