By JAMES TABABA
Sinigang is a famous sour Filipino stew or soup usually served with rice. Sinigang may be a candidate to be the national dish of the Philippines because Filipinos undeniably love it as their comfort food.
Sinigang is prepared by simmering tomatoes and onions with meat–pork, bee
Published February 24, 2021, 10:00 AM
The Philippines is fortunate to have rich soil and some hectares of forest that are home to several indigenous species of flora and fauna. Among these species are fruits and vegetables that have become part of the culture of several areas in the country since these have become part of their diet or consumption.
While some are yet to be identified, there are already several indigenous crops that are known in the Philippines. Here are seven of them that were already featured in articles published on Agriculture Online.
1. Lagikway (
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Frequently found in areas such as the Quezon Province, Bicol, as well as Mindanao like Dinagat Island, Zamboanga, and other provinces, the lagikway, is an indigenous vegetable bush that can be maintained in the backyard as a sustainable source of fresh vegetables.