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filipino christmas food delicious traditional dishes

5 Irresistible Filipino Christmas Food Dishes That Wow Every Guest


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 mins
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Enjoy delicious traditional Filipino Christmas dishes that bring warmth and joy to your holiday celebrations.


Ingredients

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  • 1 kg lechon (roast pig)
  • 500 g ham (sliced)
  • 10 pcs quail eggs
  • 1 can (400 g) fruit cocktail
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup grated cheese
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the lechon by roasting it until crispy.
  3. Slice the ham into thin pieces.
  4. Boil quail eggs for 5 minutes, then peel.
  5. Mix flour, sugar, butter, and salt to make dough.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Layer ham, eggs, and fruit cocktail on a serving plate.
  8. Serve warm with grated cheese on top.

Notes

  • Lechon is best served fresh.
  • Adjust sugar based on preference.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Holiday
  • Method: Baking, Roasting
  • Cuisine: Filipino

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg

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