Philippines has reach food history, way back before conquestadores came to visit hundreds of years ago.
But anyway, today is what is important, and here are the top local delicacies of Palawan
Tamilok
Also called the " woodworm". If it’s any consolation, this delicacy is not really a worm. It’s a (much more appetizing) shell-less saltwater clam that bores holes into wood.
The nickname “woodworm” comes from the fact that tamilok literally worm their way into wood. They’re also called “naval shipworms,” from a legend that the wooden hulls of ships were once their go-to meal.
In the Philippines, tamilok live among rotting mangroves. These trees offer everything the creatures need to thrive—submergence in saltwater and wood for snacking. If you’re craving a succulent woodworm straight from the source, you’ll need to wade through slick riverbeds in search of dead, submerged trees. Once you have branch of mangrove wood, split it open and pray you’ll find a writhing clam inside. It’s not the easiest food to catch, but many people think the reward is worth the effort.
Behold, the tasty tamilok, also called the woodworm. If it’s any consolation, this delicacy is not really a worm. It’s a (much more appetizing) shell-less saltwater clam that bores holes into wood.
The nickname “woodworm” comes from the fact that tamilok literally worm their way into wood. They’re also called “naval shipworms,” from a legend that the wooden hulls of ships were once their go-to meal.
In the Philippines, tamilok live among rotting mangroves. These trees offer everything the creatures need to thrive—submergence in saltwater and wood for snacking. If you’re craving a succulent woodworm straight from the source, you’ll need to wade through slick riverbeds in search of dead, submerged trees. Once you have branch of mangrove wood, split it open and pray you’ll find a writhing clam inside. It’s not the easiest food to catch, but many people think the reward is worth the effort.
Crocodile Sisig
Palawan is famous for its crocodile dishes, and sisig is one that came up top on all of them.
Just for the record, Palawan is home to the biggest crocodile farm in the country,
Chao Long Noodles
Originates in Vietnam, became popular and one of the local delicacies of Palawan, made originally by Vietnamese who where seeking asylum back in the 70's.
A definitely a must try dish when in Palawan, specially in Puerto Princesa!
Lato Seaweed
You'd probably seen this somewhere in your travel to different part of the Philippines, one of our favourite. It is abundant in the waters of Palawan, and plenty of benefits!
Awesome as seaweed salad!
Danggit Lamayo
A kind of dried fish, and can only be found in Palawan.
Best serve with vinegar sauce with chilli and pepper.
So, when you are in the island of Palawan, go and try one of these local Palawan delicacies and share a story.
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