Indeed, time is as hasty as a morning dew gone too soon very much like the “ber” months quickly unfolding, one after the other. Soon, another national holiday is expected to be observed by Filipinos. No, not the -most-wonderful-time -of-the-year yet but the one spent every first and second day of November- the “UNDAS” season or the All-Saint’s Day.
It is a time where families are reunited and will pay visit to their departed loved ones- offering flowers, candles, prayers and of course enjoying time together with a good food while spending the day at the cemetery. What better way to celebrate UNDAS than having a feast with your family?
Here’s a list of Filipino recipes to try during the All Saint’s and soul’s day:
PUTO
Kakanins are very much popular during All Saint’s Day and puto is one of the rice cake recipes that families usually prepare during the said celebration. Puto are also known to be accompanied with savory dishes such as “Dinuguan”.
Pancit Bihon
This is one of the staple foods during UNDAS since it is easy to prepare and incredibly filling. Pancit Bihon is a stir-fried noodle and a dish that is seemed to be present in almost all Filipino occasions. It can be served as a snack and is usually paired with a sandwich bread.
Grilled Meats
This recipe somehow completes a Filipino celebration and much like pancit, grilled meats are always at hand in any gatherings. Inihaw foods may include recipes such as chicken inasal, pork barbecue or grilled tuna.
Sapin-Sapin
This multi-colored sweet rice cake is a sure treat not only to the taste buds but also to the eyes. Sapin-sapin is another popular kakanin snack in the Philippines and is made of glutinous rice flour, coconut milk, yam, sugar, some flavoring and usually sprinkled with “latik” on top.
As a traditional celebration in the country, “UNDAS” is great way not only to remember those who have gone before us but to bringing even families together in prayer. So, make sure to make it more memorable by preparing good Filipino dishes and try the above-mentioned recipes!
