Inihaw

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Inihaw is a traditional Filipino method of grilling, which involves cooking food over an open flame. The term "inihaw" is derived from the Tagalog word "ihaw", which means "to grill". This cooking method is commonly used in various Filipino dishes, such as Inihaw na Baboy (grilled pork), Inihaw na Manok (grilled chicken), and Inihaw na Isda (grilled fish).

Etymology[edit | edit source]

The term "inihaw" is a Tagalog word that translates to "grilled" in English. It is derived from the root word "ihaw", which means "to grill" or "to roast". The prefix "in-" is an inflectional morpheme that indicates the completed aspect of the verb in the Tagalog language.

Method[edit | edit source]

Inihaw is a method of cooking that involves grilling food over an open flame. The food is usually marinated before being grilled to enhance its flavor. The marinade often includes ingredients such as soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and various spices. The food is then skewered on bamboo sticks and grilled until it is cooked to the desired level of doneness.

Dishes[edit | edit source]

There are many Filipino dishes that are prepared using the inihaw method. Some of the most popular ones include:

  • Inihaw na Baboy: This dish consists of pork that is marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and spices, then grilled to perfection.
  • Inihaw na Manok: This is a dish of chicken that is marinated in a similar manner as Inihaw na Baboy, then grilled.
  • Inihaw na Isda: This dish involves grilling fish that has been marinated in a mixture of vinegar, garlic, and spices.

Related Terms[edit | edit source]

  • Lechon: A Spanish term that refers to a whole roasted pig. In the Philippines, it is often prepared using the inihaw method.
  • Barbecue: A method of cooking that involves grilling food over an open flame. In the Philippines, it is often referred to as inihaw.
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