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By Gabrielle Marie Perez and Grazeel Gindap
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February 16, 2018
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We can’t deny it that our stomachs are always looking for food. May it be expensive or not, local or foreign, as long as we can digest it, we go for it! Us Ilonggos have plenty of local favorites – like batchoy and siopao – but you’ll be pleasantly surprised that most of our go-to dishes have plenty of Chinese influences.
It’s the Chinese New Year again and people around the city are hyped to welcome the Year of the Dog. Different events are set to be held and of course different food are going to be served as well. If you’re craving for some Chinese-Filipino or Chinese-Ilonggo food, here are some of the famous ones around the city.
Siopao
Siopao is a steamed bun filled with chicken or shredded pork. It comes in different varieties like asado or bola-bola. It is popularly eaten as a snack that can be found in almost every Chinese restaurant, even sidewalks around Iloilo City. But the most well-known siopao is served by Roberto’s. Roberto’s has been serving the people of Iloilo – both foreigners and balik bayans – since the 90’s. Their store is located along JM Basa Street in Iloilo City Proper. So if you’re craving for siopao, you know where to find it.
Batchoy
A noodle-soup served with pork, crushed pork rind (locally known as chicharon), chicken stock and beef loin, batchoy is a comfort food for rainy days and has become one of Iloilo’s most iconic dishes. When you say batchoy, the people of Iloilo would know that the best is only served in La Paz. La Paz has been famous for batchoy for ages. In fact, one of the best-tasting batchoy is served by Netong’s. Netong’s is located inside the La Paz Public Market.
Molo Soup
Famous among both the locals and tourists, Molo Soup is served with homemade broth, vegetables, and Molo balls filled with both ground pork and chicken. If you’re looking for the best Molo soup you can find it at Tita Paz’s. Located at Avancenia Street in South Fundidor Molo, Tita Paz’s has been serving Molo soup since the 70’s.
Taho
Believe it or not, taho is actually a snack that originated from the Chinese and is usually served during mornings or late in the afternoon. Taho is made up of soy beans, sago pearls and sugar syrup – and it’s commonly sold by ambulant vendors along the streets of the city or near schools.
SIOMAI
Siomai is made with either beef, shrimp, or pork wrapped in wonton wrapper and is best served steamed hot. Siomai also very popular around the streets of Iloilo City.
Hopia
Hopia is a pastry made of mung beans and is usually eaten as a snack. The most popular shape of the hopia is round and is considered add good fortune among Chinese people. Hopia can be found in most bakeries around the city but is also served at Tita Paz’s in Molo.
So, if your stomach is demanding for some Chinese-Filipino food, you know what and where to find them./PN
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