South east asian main dish recipes with 500 or fewer calories

Pangat na Sapsap

Butterfish (Sapsap) is a salt water fish that tastes so good when stewed in vinegar and tomatoes. A native dish that Filipinos enjoy eating any…

Thai Basil Chicken

Quick and easy and oh, so yummy! So much so, we copied this recipe and gave it to our guests at our wedding!

Boneless Inihaw na Bangus

I like grilled foods. Grilled fish is one of my favorites.

Escabecheng Dalagang Bukid

One of the most liked by kids when it comes to fish dishes. Maybe it is due the fusion of acidic flavor and its sweet tangy taste.

Pancit Puti with Roasted Garlic

A twist of the usual native Pancit.

Pinangat sa Kamatis

Thai Basil & Curry Shrimp - Pattaya

This is a delicious curry flavored shrimp stir fry without a heavy curry sauce. The combination of curry and…

Chicken Braised in Coconut Milk

For a more kid-friendly, non-spicy version, just do steps 2-4. It’s still super-moist and delicious – and even faster and easier! On really rushed…

Grilled Fish Fillet

My little girl's ultimate fave!

Escabecheng Galunggong (Sweet and Sour Fried Mackerel)

A simple recipe that Filipinos like to share with the family.

Pork Igado

This is a regional Filipino delicacy served in most celebrations. It consists of pork and liver sauteed with bell peppers.

Thai Ginger Chicken

This is one of the most popular Thai dishes and one of the easiest to make. You can substitute lots of different vegetables and it will still turn…

Sardine Varuval (Dry Style)

Simply simple. Yet crazily yum with rice,tosai or toast

Chicken Adobo

For a delicious variation of "meat and potatoes" try this saucy, flavorful version of a filipino favorite, served over rice.

Kari Kepala Ikan Bersama Belimbing Buluh (Fish Head Curry)

A traditional Malaysian dish with a busy combination of fishy, spicy-sour flavors, accentuated by spices and…