known in English as sweet potato. This is a starchy, slightly sweet-tasting root vegetable. Okra: 

 known as milkfish in English this is 

known in English as bitter melon or bitter gourd. This plant is a vine from the cucurbitaceae family which is grown in tropical and subtropical areas for its edible, although extremely bitter fruit. T [..]

a Filipino condiment made of fermented fish or krill and salt. It provides a special kick, or umami

this condiment is pork rind which has been fried until golden and crispy. Of Spanish origin this is popular through out any countries which has Spanish influence. As well as been used as a condiment t [..]

 the liquid that comes from the grated meat of a brown coconut. The color and rich taste of coconut milk are attributed to its high oil content. It gives dishes a rich and creamy taste and is used in [..]

known as Jackfruit in English, the fruit is composed of many individual flowers, and it is the fleshy petals that are eaten. The flavor is comparable to a combination of apple, pineapple, mango, and b [..]

ginger. Malunggay:

fish sauce, a byproduct of making bagoong, it is used as both an ingredient and condiment in the Philippines. If you cannot find a Filipino version then its suitable to substitute with Thai or Vietnam [..]

also known as chayote or choko. This plant is from the cucurbitaceae family and has a very mild flavour. Most commonly the fruit is used, however the root, stem, seeds and leaves are also edible. Sili [..]