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“Filipino Pork Adobo Spring Rolls with Creamy Mango Dipping Sauce”

"Discover the exquisite taste of these Filipino Pork Adobo Spring Rolls with a creamy mango dipping sauce in this gourmet fusion recipe. Experience the perfect blend of flavors and textures in every bite, as you explore the cultural influences that have shaped Philippine cuisine."

🕒 Prep time: 20 minutes - Cook time: N/A - Total time: 20 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Filipino, Fusion

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 200 grams pork adobo (prepared)
  • 12 large crepes (store
  • bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup mango puree
  • 1/4 cup coconut cream
  • 1 teaspoon calamansi juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro leaves
  • Mint leaves
  • Edible flowers (optional)

Instructions

  1. Lay out the crepes on a clean surface or flat platter.
  2. Place 3 tablespoons of pork adobo onto one half of each crepe, leaving a border around the edges.
  3. Fold the crepes in half, enclosing the filling, and then roll them tightly into spring rolls.
  4. Arrange the spring rolls seam side down on a serving platter.
  5. In a small bowl, combine mango puree, coconut cream, and calamansi juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Drizzle the dipping sauce over the spring rolls or serve it in individual cups.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves, mint leaves, and edible flowers (optional).

Chef’s Insight

To add an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal, fry the crepes lightly before filling them with pork adobo.

Notes

Feel free to add more vegetables like julienned carrots or bell peppers for added crunch and nutrition.

Cultural or Historical Background

The combination of Filipino Pork Adobo and spring rolls reflects the fusion of Chinese and Spanish influences in Philippine cuisine, as both ingredients and techniques have been adapted over time.