How to make "Lidgid" nga Camote | Suman na Camote

"Lidgid" nga camote is of my favorite Filipino rice cake (kakanin) in the province (Leyte). My childhood ultimate snack or dessert. Lidgid nga camote looks like suman because it is also wrapped but instead of sticky rice, we use root croops like camote or sweet potato in English. Lidgid is comprised of grated camote, brown sugar, and coconut milk. Wrapped individually using banana leaves. 

Ingredients: 

• Camote (Sweet Potato) 

• Brown Sugar 

• Lubi/Niyog (Coconut Milk) 

• Dahon sa Saging (Banana Leaves) 

Instructions: 

1. With a damp cloth, gently wipe surfaces of banana leaves to remove any dirt or grit. 

2. Cut the banana leaves for wrapping into pieces. 

3. Quickly pass the banana leaves over high flames to help soften and make easier to fold. (E-haob ang dahon). 

4. Wash the camote, peel (balatan) and grate (kudkurin) it. 

For the filling (palunok/palaman) process: 

• You need sugar, grated camote and coconut milk. 

• Boil first the coconut milk, stir until thickens. 

• Then add the sugar in the pan. Gently stir until the sugar dissolve. 

• And lastly add the grated camote. 

Keep on stirring until it cooked and becomes brown and sticky. 

For the wrapping process: 

• You scoop 1 tablespoon of grated camote and flattened it on a banana leaves and put the fillings and fold it. Make sure to secure the top and bottom part of the leaf by folding it. (Watch my video for better understanding of the technique ) For the final step. 

• Layer it all in the caldron (kaldero) or steamer. 

• Boil about 8 to 10 cups of water or coconut milk, then steam for 30 to 35 minutes or until it cook. 

Remove from the steamer and let it cool down. 

By this time your lidgid is now ready to serve, share and enjoy! 

Ps: Lidgid might last 2 to 3 days if fridge, if not it will only last for a day. 

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Yatai Dining in Fukuoka is a MUST-EXPERIENCE

DID YOU KNOW? Fukuoka is known for being the home of tonkotsu ramen in Japan. So, make sure to dig in when your visiting this beautiful prefecture in Kyushu region. You can find many tonkotsu ramen shop around Fukuoka but nothing beats the Yatai stalls in the city.

Yatai stalls are their version of Street Food stalls that scattered all around Fukuoka after sunset. Yatai's are tiny with over 7 to 10 people capacity to seat. You can't have your own table or chair while dining in. You will be seating in a long bench and eat shoulder to shoulder with other diners. If your unlucky, some Yatai stalls are jam-packed so you have to wait in line outside the stall until a spot opens up.

They offer variety of foods, from ramen, yakitori, dumplings, hot pot, oden and alcoholic drinks. Everything they serve here taste good and authentic!!! Prices are reasonable, dishes varies from 500 to 1000 yen per meal. My tonkotsu ramen was 1000yen.

Yatai's are normally open from 6pm to 2am and the best spot to find one is on the Southern end of Nakasu Island. Yatai stalls are situated next to each other and there are plenty to choose from. 

From there you can go to Fukuhaku Deai bridge as it offers panoramic views of the iconic night symbols of Fukuoka, with many neons lights at night filled with visitors and Yatai stalls.

Dining in Yatai is a MUST-EXPERIENCE in Fukuoka!!! 

MACAU: EGG TART

A trip to Macau is not complete without trying this locally famous specialties called "Egg Tarts". This food originally come from the Portuguese but Macau’s version is quite similar, with a twist. It tastes so yummy, with great crispy texture on top, perfect for those with a true sweet tooth. My personal favorite! No wonder this egg tarts is Macau's iconic food. This delicious treat originated in Coloane in Macau but you can see vendors selling this all over the City. So, make sure to grab some while you’re in Macau. Price: 9 MOP (Php 54) #tinEATS

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Yoshidaya Minokin: The BEST UNAGI in GUJO HACHIMAN

The best unagiii I've ever eaten in Japan. Although it was a bit pricey (JPY4,200) considering it was located on a remote town in Gifu Prefectures, but who cares!!! It was my birthday so I don't mind splurging something for myself that day. 😅

Their Unagiii taste really good! every penny you spent is really worth it! It comes with rice, miso soup, tea, a little of snacks and desserts. Their restaurant ambiance is pretty too! You can either seat on the chair or on the floor. Of course, I choose to seat on the floor so I could get the traditional Japanese eating on the floor experience.

Interesting fact about their Unagi here is that Yoshidaya Minokin Unagi recipes have been handed down from generation to generation, and still used today! Sugoi!!!

Yoshidaya Minokin location is beside their Ryokan or Hotel, in Gujo Hachiman old town's main street. So, make sure to stop by and try their UNAGI if your visiting Gujo Hachiman. Please note that the restaurant does not accept credit cards, ONLY CASH! (as of this writing). #tinEATS

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MACAU: Curry Fish Balls

Curry fish balls are famous and widespread street food around Hong Kong and Macau area. It’s made of the fish meat and flour mix, fried and cooked with the coconut flavored curry powder. It has chili sauce and sweet sauce. Every store establishment has their own secret curry recipe. Wherever you may go in Macau or Hongkong you can always see someone selling this food in the corner, even in some of their convenient stores. So make sure to try this food, get a wooden stick, poke the balls and ENJOY! #tinEATS

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MACAU PORK CHOP BUN

Pork chop bun is one of the most popular and famous snacks in Macau. It is also known as the Macanese hamburger, locally called as Zhu Pa Paos. Perfect grab if your hungry while touring around. MUST TRY! ($48 HKD). #tinEATS


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