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Deutsch: Humba / Español: Humba / Português: Humba / Français: Humba / Italiano: Humba
Humba a dish of stewed pork; a very spicy dish made of pork or chicken from the Visayas Region of the Philippines. It is said that Humba is derived from the Chinese "Hong Baq" which means "saucy meat". The traditional way of cooking Humba is to slowly simmer a whole slab of pork belly in a mixture of Tausi (salted black beans), vinegar, dark brown sugar, garlic, onions, peppercorns and oregano. The more elegant way of cooking Humba is to grill the pork belly first until the rind is all crisp and puffy and then braise it in the usual mixture of herbs and spices.
Deutsch: Ungarische Küche / Español: Gastronomía húngara / Português: Culinária húngara / Français: Cuisine hongroise / Italiano: Cucina ungherese
The Hungarian cuisine represents a rich and historically layered culinary tradition that has evolved under the influence of Central European, Balkan, and Ottoman cultures. Characterized by its bold flavors, generous use of spices, and hearty ingredients, it reflects Hungary's agricultural heritage and its position as a crossroads of empires. While often associated with iconic dishes like goulash, its diversity extends far beyond, encompassing soups, stews, pastries, and preserved meats that vary by region and season.
Hunggo with scientific Name Elaeocarpus cumingi is one of the exotic and edible fruits found and eaten in the Philippines. The tree grows up to 30 meters high an enemic species in the country. The fruits are oblong.
I found this fruit being sold outside the Public market of San Pablo City, Laguna together with some other fruits, but by only one vendor. It was unfortunate that I did not dare to try eating the fruit as they are being sold in an open container and flies can land on them. The vendor said it can be eaten as is or with a bit of salt and some buyers cook them as jams.
