How To Cook Clam Soup (Tinolang Halaan)

Clam Soup (Tinolang Halaan)

Basic Ingredients

  • 1 lb. shell clams (packaged)
  • 1 bunch fresh spinach, washed and drained
  • 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 thumb ginger, julienned
  • 3 cups water
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Cooking Methods

  • Boil the water in a stockpot.
  • Add the ginger and onion. Cover and continue to boil in medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir-in the clams. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Add-in the spinach. Cover and cook for a minute more.
  • Sprinkle some salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl.

Grilled Calamari

Grilled Calamari

Basic Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. small to medium squid, cleaned
    1/4 cup soy sauce
    1 tablespoon granulated white sugar
    1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
    1 teaspoon lemon juice
    a pinch of salt and pepper

Cooking Methods

  • Combine soy sauce, Sriracha sauce, sugar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
  • Place the squid inside a freezer bag and then pour-in the soy sauce mixture. Marinate for 1 hour.
  • Skewer the squid in bamboo skewers. Grill for about 3 to 5 minutes per side. Baste with remaining marinade.
  • Transfer to a serving plate
  • Serve with rice.