Pro Tips
**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**
- Cook shrimp and squid quickly over high heat — they turn rubbery in under 3 minutes.
- Do not overcook shrimp — they are done as soon as they turn pink and curl into a C-shape.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Taste the dish before adding extra salt — cheese, broth, and cured meats already contribute saltiness.
Cooking Tips
Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes after baking before slicing. This allows the layers to set and prevents it from falling apart when served. For a golden-brown top, uncover the casserole during the last 10 minutes of baking or switch to broil for 2-3 minutes.
Ingredient Substitutions
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.
Sweet Potato Casserole
Sweet Potato Casserole — fresh vegetables prepared Filipino-style with garlic and shrimp paste. A light and flavorful side dish.
Instructions
- Add the water in a cooking pot. Let boil.
- Add the diced sweet potatoes. Continue to boil for 15 to 20 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are soft.
- Remove the sweet potatoes from the pot and let the water drain. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and let cool to room temperature.
- Meanwhile, pre-heat the oven to 350F.
- Mash the sweet potatoes using a potato masher or a fork. Add the milk, white sugar, vanilla and almond extracts, 2 tablespoons of butter, eggs, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are well distributed.
- Arrange the mixture in a baking pan.
- Create the topping by combining all-purpose flour, brown sugar, remaining 2 tablespoons butter, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix all the ingredients well and spread over the potato mixture in the baking pan.Top with pecan chips.
- Place the baking pan in the oven and bake for 28 to 33 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven. Let cool.
- Serve.
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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting
- Cook shrimp and squid quickly over high heat — they turn rubbery in under 3 minutes.
- Do not overcook shrimp — they are done as soon as they turn pink and curl into a C-shape.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Taste the dish before adding extra salt — cheese, broth, and cured meats already contribute saltiness.
Cooking Tips
For a golden-brown top, uncover the casserole during the last 10 minutes of baking or switch to broil for 2-3 minutes.
Substitutions
Storage & Reheating
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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