A celebration of Filipino food and the search for a connection to my past

Desserts

Biko filipino sticky rice (baked)

Biko filipino sticky rice (baked)

Biko/ Malagkit is a delicious Vegan & Gluten-free recipe from the Philippines. Made with three basic ingredients – sticky rice, coconut milk, and brown sugar this easy Filipino sticky rice dessert tastes divine.

Thai Sweet Sticky Rice 3

Thai Sweet Sticky Rice 3

So I love Sweet Sticky Rice with Mango. I first had it from a Malaysian restaurant in D.C. and whenever I come across it anywhere, I always order it and load up on it (doggie bags). Well thanks to the Instant Pot, I can make it myself.

Perla’s Leche Flan (Instant Pot)

Perla’s Leche Flan (Instant Pot)

So this is my mother’s famous Leche Flan recipe. If everything goes right, the texture is smooth, creamy and silky. And when you cut it, it’s like butter. My mother only used to make it for special occasions and it is truly a special occasion when you take a bite. 🙂