Palawan is considered a melting pot of different cultures and this is apparent in its cuisine. Its biggest attraction is the wide offerings of sumptuous seafood. Palawan also houses small hole-in-the-wall restaurants that tourists flock to, such as Ka Lui’s and Kinabuch’s Bar and Grill.
Halo Halo
Literally translated, it means “Mix-Mix” in
Filipino. Halo Halo is a popular refreshing drink which consists of a mixture of sweetened preserved fruits, evaporated milk and crushed ice. The topping is either ice cream or leche flan. The best place to try Halo Halo in Puerto Princesa is Noki Nocs Savory House on Rizal Avenue.
Crocodile Sisig
Another exotic dish you can try in Palawan is crocodile sisig, a variation of the sizzling dish that typically uses pork. Crocodile meat is said to taste like beef but leaner. Kinabuch also serves this popular dish, as do most local restaurants.
Lato Seaweed
Lato seaweed, also known as or sea grapes or green caviar is a very popular dish in
Palawan due to its soft and succulent texture. It is best served with either salt or vinegar and is a perfect match to any dish especially fried ones. Lato seaweed is very common to the
Philippines and nearby countries, however, the best quality comes from the municipality of Cuyo in Palawan.
Tamilok
You cannot talk about Palawan cuisine without mentioning the tamilok. The tamilok, a wood worm harvested from rotting mangroves. The slimy greyish worms (which are actually molluscs) do not look appetizing at first, but it is been said to taste like oysters. Most restaurants serve tamilok, though the more popular location is Kinabuchs in Puerto Princesa.
Chao Long Noodles
Chao Long noodles have been introduced to Palawan by the
Vietnamese immigrants. Puerto Princesa’s Chao long is flat, thin rice noodles in a sweet-savory broth with meat (beef or pork), served with the requisite plate containing sprigs of mint and basil, raw bean sprouts and calamansi. You can try Chao Long noodles and other Vietnamese dishes at the Rene’s Saigon Restaurant on Rizal Avenue.
Bandi
Palawan is a major exporter of cashew nuts, so this list would not be complete without a cashew dessert. A crowd favorite is the bandi, which are cashew nuts encrusted in pakaskas or hardened brown sugar. Consider bringing this home as pasalubong.
Chicken Inasal
Chicken Inasal is a delicious grilled chicken dish. The chicken is marinated in a unique blend of spices and herbs, then grilled until done. Several restaurants in Palawan island serve this special grilled chicken dish and they are all very good.
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