Glossary H
Deutsch: Gedämpfte Garnelen / Español: Camarones al vapor / Português: Camarões no vapor / Français: Crevettes à la vapeur / Italiano: Gamberi al vapore
Halabos na Hipon in the food context refers to a traditional Filipino method of cooking shrimp, where the shrimp are quickly steamed or boiled in their own juices, often with only minimal seasonings such as salt and sometimes a little water. The simplicity of this cooking method highlights the natural flavor of the shrimp, making it a beloved dish for its straightforwardness and the freshness it brings to the table. The term "halabos" generally refers to the method of cooking seafood, particularly Shellfish, in a minimal amount of liquid, and "hipon" means shrimp in Tagalog.
Deutsch: Halaya / Español: Halaya / Português: Halaya / Français: Halaya / Italiano: Halaya
Halaya, in the food context, refers to a popular Filipino dessert known as Ube Halaya or Purple Yam Jam. It is a thick, sweet concoction made primarily from boiled and grated purple yam (ube), mixed with coconut milk, milk (often condensed and/or evaporated), and sugar. The mixture is cooked down until thickened into a dense, sticky paste, which can be eaten on its own or used as a filling or topping in various Filipino desserts and pastries.