The Happy Home Cook: Beef, Tripe, and Ginger Soup with Bitter Beer (IPA Papaitan)

The Happy Home Cook: Beef, Tripe, and Ginger Soup with Bitter Beer (IPA Papaitan)

Hailing from the Ilocos region of the Northern Philippines, the bracingly bitter soup known as Papaitan is a source of local pride, and what many consider to be the ultimate Pulutan. In fact, it was a favorite of my late grandfather, Juan, who usually drank a can of Keystone alongside his Papaitan.

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The Happy Home Cook: Goat Papaitan (Bitter-Sour Dish Soup)

The Happy Home Cook: Goat Papaitan (Bitter-Sour Dish Soup)

Kusina De Manila's Chef Neil Salvatera shares his recipe for Goat Papaitan.

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Soup Tales and Big Breakfasts

Soup Tales and Big Breakfasts

Everything you need to know about Ilocano cuisine.

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