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One of the things that we do while travelling is tasting what food the local offers. Whenever you go and visit Ilocos provinces, make sure to find and try their local cuisines and delicacies.

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10 Ilocano Food You Must Try

Here I list 10 of their original delicacies:


1. DINENGDENG (INABRAW)

Dinengdeng is a dish of the Ilocano people of the Philippines, similar to pinakbet. It is classified as a bagoong monamon soup based dish. Unlike pinakbet, dinengdeng contains fewer vegetables and contains squash and more bagoong monamon soup base.



2. DINAKDAKAN

Dinakdakan is a grilled pig's head parts (e.g. ear, nape, face) and offal (e.g. tongue, liver, intestines) blended with pig's brain. It is a very popular dish in Ilocos region.

Dinakdakan

For the Ilocanos, this Dinakdakan dish is an epitome when it comes to "finger food" (pulutan) to accompany beer, liquor, wine, or cocktail drinks. It is a very authentic dish and one hundred percent (100%) Filipino.


3. IGADO

Igado is a popular Ilocano dish made from strips of meat, liver, and other internal organs such as kidney, heart, and intestines. This dish reflects the influence of the Spanish cuisine as the name "Igado" was derived from the Spanish term "higado" which means "liver".

Igado

A tell-tale story was once told that the Spaniards pronounced it as Higado but was understood by the natives in the region as Igado. Time passed and the name Igado was accepted as one of the popular Ilocano dishes.


4. POQUI-POQUI

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Poqui-poqui of Ilocos

This Ilocano vegetable dish is essentially made of eggplant, tomatoes, and eggs. A deceivingly simple Filipino recipe, this dish is a tasty meatless recipe one has to try.


5. SINANGLAO

Sinanglaw, a popular soup from Vigan, but nowadays I see it everywhere, even at hometown in Agoo, La Union. Sinanglaw is oftentimes sold in carinderias along the main road of the city especially near bus or jeepney stations. It is serve in the night until dawn. It’s a soup good enough to warm yourself from cold night and fills an empty stomach.





6. TINUBONG

Tinubong means cooking a mixture of young coconut meat, sugar, margarine, cheese, and ground glutinous rice inside a young bamboo or tubong.

Tinubong

This native rice delicacy is a favorite among the Ilocanos, which they usually serve during special occasions such as birthdays, Christmas, and New Year.


7. EMPANADA (BATAC)

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Empanada of Ilocos

The Ilocos empanada is actually of Spanish and Mexican origin. Notice how it's similar to the taco? The basic empanada has a rice flour or galapong crust with grated green papaya inside. The longaniza, egg and bean sprouts were later added.


8. PINAKBET/PAKBET


This native rice delicacy is a favorite among the Ilocanos, which they usually serve during special occasions such as birthdays, Christmas, and New Year.


9. LONGGANISA (ILOCOS MADE)

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Longganisa of Ilocos

This Laoag longganisa is from the San Nicolas Public Market. The version is San Nicolas are said to be juicier than the ones in Laoag itself since they contain more fat. These longganisas are finely-ground, on the salty side and fall in the derecado garlicky category.


10. BAGNET

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Bagnet of Ilocos

Bagnet is a deep fried crispy pork belly dish that is similar to lechon kawali. It originated from Ilocos and is considered to be a top favorite among Filipinos. This is best served bagoong monamon. it is a dip made of fermented anchovies.


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Oh, by the way, don't forget their CHICHACORN. It's a good pasalubong! :)


Ilocos is definitely a food haven and if you are planning to visit the province, c
heck out my Ilocos Travel Guide:
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About Ilocos Norte

Ilocos Norte is a province in the northern Philippines. In the capital Laoag City, grand Paoay Church is a fusion of local and baroque architecture. Farther north, Cape Bojeador Lighthouse and the dramatic Kapurpurwan Rock Formation offer panoramic ocean views. At the province’s northern tip, the town of Pagudpud is known for its beaches, like Blue Lagoon, plus bell-shaped Timmangtang Rock and towering Kabigan Falls.


WHERE TO GO IN ILOCOS?

Batac   Burgos   Laoag   Pagudpud   Paoay   Vigan


IMPORTANT NOTE: The rates, contact details and other information indicated in this post are accurate from the time of writing but may change without IMFWJ's notice. Should you know the updated information, please let us know by leaving a message in the comment box below.

10 Ilocano Food That You Must Try!

ilocano food vegetables ilocos norte food delicacies ilocano cuisine history ilocano meat dishes karot ilocano food in english ilocano pork dishes
 
Naimas! Mabisinakon!



One of the things that we do while travelling is tasting what food the local offers. Whenever you go and visit Ilocos provinces, make sure to find and try their local cuisines and delicacies.

Loading...

LOOKING FOR KITCHEN OR DINING NEEDS?

Here are the best options to shop for your kitchenware and dining essentials:

Shopee is my go-to app for things I needed like the ones above. If you'd like discounts and vouchers, you may get the best offers here:

10 Ilocano Food You Must Try

Here I list 10 of their original delicacies:


1. DINENGDENG (INABRAW)

Dinengdeng is a dish of the Ilocano people of the Philippines, similar to pinakbet. It is classified as a bagoong monamon soup based dish. Unlike pinakbet, dinengdeng contains fewer vegetables and contains squash and more bagoong monamon soup base.



2. DINAKDAKAN

Dinakdakan is a grilled pig's head parts (e.g. ear, nape, face) and offal (e.g. tongue, liver, intestines) blended with pig's brain. It is a very popular dish in Ilocos region.

Dinakdakan

For the Ilocanos, this Dinakdakan dish is an epitome when it comes to "finger food" (pulutan) to accompany beer, liquor, wine, or cocktail drinks. It is a very authentic dish and one hundred percent (100%) Filipino.


3. IGADO

Igado is a popular Ilocano dish made from strips of meat, liver, and other internal organs such as kidney, heart, and intestines. This dish reflects the influence of the Spanish cuisine as the name "Igado" was derived from the Spanish term "higado" which means "liver".

Igado

A tell-tale story was once told that the Spaniards pronounced it as Higado but was understood by the natives in the region as Igado. Time passed and the name Igado was accepted as one of the popular Ilocano dishes.


4. POQUI-POQUI

ilocano exotic food  ilocano fish dishes  ilocano breakfast  ilocano vegetables  ilocano main dish recipes  ilocano personality  ilocano cuisine wikipedia  dudul ilocano  Page navigation
Poqui-poqui of Ilocos

This Ilocano vegetable dish is essentially made of eggplant, tomatoes, and eggs. A deceivingly simple Filipino recipe, this dish is a tasty meatless recipe one has to try.


5. SINANGLAO

Sinanglaw, a popular soup from Vigan, but nowadays I see it everywhere, even at hometown in Agoo, La Union. Sinanglaw is oftentimes sold in carinderias along the main road of the city especially near bus or jeepney stations. It is serve in the night until dawn. It’s a soup good enough to warm yourself from cold night and fills an empty stomach.





6. TINUBONG

Tinubong means cooking a mixture of young coconut meat, sugar, margarine, cheese, and ground glutinous rice inside a young bamboo or tubong.

Tinubong

This native rice delicacy is a favorite among the Ilocanos, which they usually serve during special occasions such as birthdays, Christmas, and New Year.


7. EMPANADA (BATAC)

ilocano exotic food  ilocano fish dishes  ilocano breakfast  ilocano vegetables  ilocano main dish recipes  ilocano personality  ilocano cuisine wikipedia  dudul ilocano  Page navigation
Empanada of Ilocos

The Ilocos empanada is actually of Spanish and Mexican origin. Notice how it's similar to the taco? The basic empanada has a rice flour or galapong crust with grated green papaya inside. The longaniza, egg and bean sprouts were later added.


8. PINAKBET/PAKBET


This native rice delicacy is a favorite among the Ilocanos, which they usually serve during special occasions such as birthdays, Christmas, and New Year.


9. LONGGANISA (ILOCOS MADE)

ilocano exotic food  ilocano fish dishes  ilocano breakfast  ilocano vegetables  ilocano main dish recipes  ilocano personality  ilocano cuisine wikipedia  dudul ilocano  Page navigation
Longganisa of Ilocos

This Laoag longganisa is from the San Nicolas Public Market. The version is San Nicolas are said to be juicier than the ones in Laoag itself since they contain more fat. These longganisas are finely-ground, on the salty side and fall in the derecado garlicky category.


10. BAGNET

ilocano exotic food  ilocano fish dishes  ilocano breakfast  ilocano vegetables  ilocano main dish recipes  ilocano personality  ilocano cuisine wikipedia  dudul ilocano  Page navigation
Bagnet of Ilocos

Bagnet is a deep fried crispy pork belly dish that is similar to lechon kawali. It originated from Ilocos and is considered to be a top favorite among Filipinos. This is best served bagoong monamon. it is a dip made of fermented anchovies.


ATTRACTIONS TO SEE IN MANILA 

Klook.com

Oh, by the way, don't forget their CHICHACORN. It's a good pasalubong! :)


Ilocos is definitely a food haven and if you are planning to visit the province, c
heck out my Ilocos Travel Guide:
ilocos tour itinerary 2018  diy ilocos tour itinerary 3d2n 2018  diy ilocos tour itinerary 3d2n 2019  3d2n complete itinerary of vigan-laoag-pagudpud tour  ilocos itinerary by car  ilocos tour itinerary 2 days  manila to ilocos norte by car  baguio-vigan-laoag-pagudpud itinerary

About Ilocos Norte

Ilocos Norte is a province in the northern Philippines. In the capital Laoag City, grand Paoay Church is a fusion of local and baroque architecture. Farther north, Cape Bojeador Lighthouse and the dramatic Kapurpurwan Rock Formation offer panoramic ocean views. At the province’s northern tip, the town of Pagudpud is known for its beaches, like Blue Lagoon, plus bell-shaped Timmangtang Rock and towering Kabigan Falls.


WHERE TO GO IN ILOCOS?

Batac   Burgos   Laoag   Pagudpud   Paoay   Vigan


IMPORTANT NOTE: The rates, contact details and other information indicated in this post are accurate from the time of writing but may change without IMFWJ's notice. Should you know the updated information, please let us know by leaving a message in the comment box below.

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