I always crave for anything barbecued. There's just something about this kind of cooking that energizes me..especially those that are sold on the streets! After work, I drop by often in any barbecue station along the way to reward myself after a hard day's work.
Barbecues are a constant reminder for me that life can be simple but happy. It has simple yet inviting taste and feel to it.
Other nationalities consider Philippines' barbecues sold on the streets as exotic since Pinoys' are selling those that are not usually eaten and served by foreigners on their tables. In the Philippines, barbecuing is a common fixture on the streets. There are areas in certain cities that has barbecue vendors all over and are usually considered go-to places for the tourists both local and foreign. Aside from the guaranteed "busog na busog" (full stomach) experience, bbq are sold cheaply here.
You can eat barbecue alone and still feel full or eat it as a viand, or serve it as pulutan in drinking sessions. It will never disappoint. Well, you will be disappointed if the sauce is not good tasting..
Below are some Pinoy Barbecue stations that are easily accessible to everyone, from tambay-sa-kanto to students to office workers, from kids to oldies.
Below are considered exotic food..ONLY IN THE PHILIPPINES..
Bituka ng Manok or Chicken intestine
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| Usually priced between P2.50 to P5.00 |
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| A street bbq station is not complete without this! The easiest choice! |
Tenga ng Baboy or Ear of a pig
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| Priced between P10.00 to P25.00 |
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| Famous to buddies in drinking sessions! |
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| Priced between P15.00 to P20.00 |
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| This is what it looks like if still raw.. |
Atay ng Manok or Chicken liver
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| Soaking in sauce! Priced between P10.00 - P20.00 |
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| Raw chicken liver. |
Chicken Head
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| My favorite! The brain tastes just uh! Costs between P5.00 - P15.00 depending on the # of heads on the stick. |
Adidas or Chicken feet
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| Priced between P5.00 - P10.00 |
If you are not that adventurous and doesn't want to try the "exotic" ones, famous barbecues served in the Philippines that are considered friendly are shown below:
Barbecueng Pusit
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| Priced between P20.00 to P35.00 depending on the size. Sometimes, stuffed with spices inside. |
Pork Barbecue
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| Priced between P5.00 - P15.00 |
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| Best eaten with rice |
The secret to a good barbecue experience is the sauce. There are sauces that tastes ordinary but there are some that is really good that you can't stop dipping over and over again though the food has already been soaked on it. There are some who uses catchup, mixture of vinegar,soy sauce or soy sauce with calamansi or lime juice. They come in original or spicy flavors.
There are many variety of barbecue in the Philippines..you just have to stroll on the sidewalk, roam around, and you will definitely find barbecue vendors..Do not worry about the sweating vendors though..it's part of the mystique! :)
I am craving now..I'll go get my barbecue reward for this day..
Ciao!
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