Forbidden Rice Lugaw
Pre-colonial forbidden rice porridge, topped with fried garlic, scallion, century egg, and maitake mushroom. Asin tibuok adds a smoky saltiness to finish.
Ingredients: Century Egg, Scallion, Maitake Mushroom, Fried Garlic, Asin Tibuok (Option: Vegan without Century Egg)
Serving Size: 2-3 people
Allergen: Gluten, Allium, Mushroom, Soy, Citrus
“Lugaw reminds me of my Lola actually. After my dad passed away, it became a comfort food for me as I was grappling with my identity of being a mixed Chinese-Filipino Fil-Am, it was hard for me to wrap my head around the foods that my peers would be eating vs what I would be eating. It was comforting to me that no matter where we went, whether it be a Chinese or Vietnamese restaurant, my Lola would order Lugaw or one of its similar dishes like Congee.”
— Gabriel Young
22, Washington, D.C.
Staff Assistant, White House Initiative on Asian Americans
I was raised in a Filipino-Chinese household in San Jose, CA. My mom's side is from Cebu City and my mom's childhood friends, my eventual ninangs who immigrated to the U.S. as well, often shared the cuisine and traditions with my family.