Pro Tips

**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**

- Make sure the pan and oil are hot before adding ingredients for the best sear.

- Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding — lowering the temperature makes food greasy.

- Let the oven fully preheat before putting the dish in for consistent cooking.

- Use bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces for stews — they stay juicier and add more flavor to the broth.

Cooking Tips

For maximum flavor, season the chicken at least 30 minutes before cooking — ideally overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the marinade to penetrate beyond the surface. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness: 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone.

Ingredient Substitutions

Chicken alternatives: Pork shoulder or boneless thigh meat can substitute for chicken in stews. For lighter fare, extra-firm tofu or seitan works in stir-fries and braises. Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.

Storage & Reheating

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious. Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings

Metro Manila, International

Made with chicken wings, dried oregano, ground cumin and extra-virgin olive oil — a hearty Filipino dish that's simple to cook and satisfying to share.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Total: 30 min Medium Serves 18

Instructions

  1. Add seasoning of chicken with salt, cumin, and oregano. Let stand for 30 minutes.
  2. Combine olive oil, garlic powder, seasoning salt, basil, and parmesan cheese. Set Aside.
  3. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  4. Bake the chicken wings for 25 to 30 minutes.
  5. Allow the chicken wings to cool then toss in the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, basil, and parmesan cheese mixture.
  6. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting

**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**
- Make sure the pan and oil are hot before adding ingredients for the best sear.
- Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding — lowering the temperature makes food greasy.
- Let the oven fully preheat before putting the dish in for consistent cooking.
- Use bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces for stews — they stay juicier and add more flavor to the broth.

Cooking Tips

For maximum flavor, season the chicken at least 30 minutes before cooking — ideally overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the marinade to penetrate beyond the surface.
Use a meat thermometer to check doneness: 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone.

Substitutions

Chicken alternatives: Pork shoulder or boneless thigh meat can substitute for chicken in stews. For lighter fare, extra-firm tofu or seitan works in stir-fries and braises.
Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.

Storage & Reheating

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious.
Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
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Tita Liza Reyes

Heirloom Recipes & Modern Adaptations

Tita Liza Reyes is a contributor to the UlamDaily editorial team. A retired school teacher from Batangas with over 30 years of home cooking experience, she helps document and adapt heirloom recipes from across the Philippines for today's kitchen.

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