Butter and Garlic Shrimps Recipe

Corny Butter n Garlic Prawns

Butter and Garlic Shrimps

Seafood restaurants are a growing business. Filipinos are big fans of seafood and it is a common treat on special occasions and family gatherings. Who could resist boiled crabs, grilled Tuna, oysters or backed scallops? These are only a few of the many sea food delicacies that we enjoy.

I am going to share one of my "special" seafood recipe. This dish has been revised several times until, finally, I got the perfect taste and everything else that comes with it. Here is my version of butter and garlic shrimps, although I used tiger prawns instead of the regular shrimps just for a more tasteful and gastronomic  food experience. The word "corny" comes from one of this dish's prime ingredients which is corn kernel, so don't think about the other stuff because this ain't sentimental at all.

Ingredients:

1/2 kilo Tiger Prawns

2 tbsp butter

1/4 cup minced garlic

1 cup corn kernel, drained

2 tbsp lemon zest

salt and pepper

1 pc medium red bell pepper

1 pc small onion, chopped

1/2 cup Royal Tru Orange

Directions:

1. Melt the butter on your pan and saute garlic and onions until half cooked.
2. Add in your prawns, lemon zest, bell pepper together and simmer for about a minute. Once it steams up, pour your the Royal Tru Orange and salt and pepper and cover up your pan until the sauce starts to simmer.
3. Turn off the fire, and serve. Do not overcook your shrimps/prawns.
4. Good for 3-4 servings.

The primary requisite for writing well about food is a good appetite.” — A. J. Liebling

BonChon Chicken, Ayala Terraces Cebu

I love chicken. I love fried chicken. For me, the best fried chicken is marinated in soy sauce with a dash of pepper and a squeeze of lemon to add zest in it. Back in the day, a quarter of chicken leg seasoned with soy sauce and kalamansi delights me when I open my lunchbox. It has always been my favorite lunch meal.

BonChon gives me that same flavor with a whole new twist on it. The crispness and sweetness is very endearing. It's double-fry cooking technique makes the chicken savory and truly tasty. It's glazed and moist. I like chicken wings, but growing up, I have always been a drumstick lover. In BonChon, whatever part you order, it gives you the same satisfaction. Chicken Wings is a classic, no doubt. It is very good to the last bite. Their Drumstick is meaty and crunchy and delicious. They also have Chicken Strips that I have yet to try, but I definitely will be looking forward to in the next couple of days. But BonChon is not just all chicken, they have Fries and other fixin'. Surprisingly, I enjoyed the Chapchae! It's a Korean stir fried noodles with sesame seeds, a local version of it will be our famous pansit. Their coleslaw is awesome. The best coleslaw that I've tasted in a long time. Aside from that, they have starters that fits in your every craving and a wide selection on their menu to fill the hunger in you.


If you are in Cebu, check out BonChon in Ayala Center, 2nd level at The Terraces.

They are open from 10 am - 10 pm.

Telephone Numbers: 

(032) 266 2388

(032) 266 0488

Teriyaki Boy: A new favorite

I never liked Japanese food.

Not until someone special introduced Teriyaki Boy to me. Since then, the Japanese cuisine has been on top of my list. I have tried sushi and a random salad from a Japanese restaurant in Davao City called I <3 Sushi before, but it did not interest me at all. Not Teriyaki Boy. It stood up to the challenge. And I'm a certified Japanese food lover since.

Their Teriyaki Boy Chicken is a must-try. It's a tender chicken fillet with a sweet, succulent sauce. You ought a have gohan to match the richness of it's flavor. Another favorite is their Tempura Tuna Sashimi with Tartar. A mildly spicy serving could be requested if you are not a very big fan of a spicy dish. But I tell you, the mayo and tuna goes well together and for me, this is an absolutely satisfying creation to date. Their Crunchy Salmon Salad is also one of the specials. I love the lingering taste of the salmon. The mix of fresh lettuce and the crunch of wanton flakes is a perfect medley to it's savory dressing. The crunchy salmon salad will definitely meet your standards. My recommendations include Asupara Bacon Maki; Shake, Maguro and Kani Sashimi, California Maki and that seared Tuna Sashimi dish rolled in sesame seeds (I can't get hold or remember it's name, though). And surely, you would agree with me when I say that one of the best dishes in the world are made by the Japanese. I love Teriyaki Boy, thanks to that special someone who showed me what I have been missing. Since then, we've been constantly eating Japanese food, and our primary choice has always been Teriyaki Boy. An inexpensive treat for the best Japanese dishes in a modern way.

Teritaki Boy is located at 2nd Level, Ayala Center Terraces, Cebu City.

Casa Verde: Sinfully addicting

Food. That's what we love most. Dining out is always a treat for us. It is one of our bonding activities at the same time relaxation and a chance to enjoy what life has in store for us. We like discovering new cuisines and taking pictures of the entree. A good meal for us is something that makes us plan our next visit to taste the restaurant's or place's dishes again.

Casa Verde is one of our popular choices. Their selection of steak is impeccable. My personal favorite is David Dean's Tenderloin steak served over mashed potato and cheese garnished with fried onions and almonds. Their steaks can be served from rare, medium rare, medium well to well done, depending on your taste. Another interesting menu in Casa Verde is their 9-inch burger called The Big Bang. A total knockout for barkadas who are up for an eating challenge. The most popular, I guess, would be their all-time bestseller Brian's Ribs. A very generous size of baked pork ribs smothered with a unique sauce that keeps you coming back for more. Best paired with either rice or mashed potato. For dessert, I highly recommend Death By Chocolate. A BIG serving of chocolate ice cream with chocolate bar and bits of everything in between.

Another good thing about Casa Verde is that it has a different ambiance. There are lots of memorabilia and classic collectibles being displayed which sets them apart from other restaurants in the city and it has become their trademark.  They currently have three branches in Cebu City. Their main branch is at  # 69 Lim Tian Teng St. Ramos, Cebu City. They also have one at A104 The Walk Asiatown IT Park, Cebu City and in the Terraces Stall 304, 3rd level, Ayala Center where we frequently go.
Click here to get the complete list of their menu.

We totally love pigging out. Need I elaborate more? Words are too scarce to express how food can change your life. Get your experience started as I bring you to one (among the many) of our visits to Casa Verde. Cebuanos' ultimate pig-out spot!