Ginataang Halo-halo | Binignit
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SWEET AND CREAMY GINATAANG HALO-HALO [ BINIGNIT ] IN THE PHILIPPINES
Ginataang Halo-halo, Lugaw, binignit, whatever you call it, absolutely it is manamit (An Ilonggo term for delicious)!
Filipinos are notable for their sweet foods that you can dig in during snack time or merienda. You can find these foods while wandering around beautiful travel places or even in the corner of every road that you might encounter. As you consider going out on the streets of Manila or any other province, you can find vendors selling “Ginataang Halo-Halo” or “Binignit” in other locations.
WHAT IS THIS?
This stew is a popular delicacy of the Philippines that is made of sago, slices of root crops, sometimes with rice balls, sticky rice ground in coconut milk. As mentioned above, It is usually eaten during snacks, dessert, or breakfast time. Even though the main ingredient in this food is sticky rice, it still has various components that can attract your tastebuds. Depending on the season, you can see the following in Ginataang Halo-halo/ Binignit: tapioca pearls, jackfruit, banana, and even root crops like camote or sweet potato, ube, and taro that swim in the creamy coconut milk. The ingredients may vary on the availability of the needed fruits or root crops.
SIGNIFICANCE TO THE CULTURE
Ginataang halo-halo/binignit is a popular afternoon snack of Filipino citizens, and it became a big part of everyone’s childhood. They are usually serving this in hot servings. However, some individuals prefer eating it chilled. This dessert is much like ice cream in a viscous state when heated or chilled. In the Visayas region of the Philippines, this sweetened soup is commonly seen, cooked, and eaten during the times of Holy Week, in celebration of the days when Christ experienced the ruthless world. During Good Friday, they are serving this as an alternative to any meal in following the fasting belief of the Catholics. It is popular, especially in the countryside during May, because it is served to Florez de Mayo kids. For families who don’t have much to splurge for the birthday of their kids, having Ginataang Halo-halo or binignit already makes the celebration.
BINIGNIT OF CEBUANOS
The Cebuanos have another version of “ginataang halo-halo,” and it is the famous “Binignit.” If you’re living with a Cebuano family, you can ask them about this soup snack and tell you about its glamorous and creamy taste. Binignit is a sweet stew that contains some slices of banana, potatoes, and a mixture of coconut milk. Since fasting is prominent during the Lenten season, this dish has become the soul food that the citizens of Cebu adore during hot summer days. Because of its nostalgic capability, it can make a person remember those exciting old times. Mothers and Grandparents can relate to this feeling of nostalgia every time they cook this delicacy.
COMFORT FOOD
For many Filipinos, Ginataang Halo-halo is a portion of comfort food. It reminds them of their childhood, and beautiful memories shared as a family. Just like what happened during the lockdown during this pandemic. Many people cannot go out of their houses; they are anxious and stressed. So many had resort to food to comfort them. This is also one of the reasons why food delivery became very popular.
QUAN DELICACIES’ GINATAANG HALO-HALO/BINIGNIT
In Bacolod City, where we live, we order Ginataang Halo-halo/Binignit in our favorite restaurant via mobile application during the lockdown period. Quan Delicacies is a trusted brand in the city selling Filipino Kakanin and other food. They have products/dishes packed in ready-to-go canisters that are very convenient when you order online.
Apart from this food, they have a wide array of native delicacies, dishes, bread and pastries, and much more.
Quan Delicacies outlets are strategically located all over Bacolod City. For more, you can visit them or call any outlets on the numbers above.
Ginataang Halo-halo | Binignit
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