DODOL

Dodol is a sweet delicacy of our muslim brothers and sisters. It is made from sticky rice flour, coconut milk and sugar.

Dodol is commonly served during festivals, such as Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid al-ADha as sweet treat for children. It is also served during Iftar (the breaking of fast at the end of the day or sunset.

Dodol is usually wrapped in corn husks or brightly colored cellophane sheets.

It is popular not only here in Mindanao, but as well to other countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei.

Did you found your heart and soul on the Muslim delicacies listed above? If not share your favorite muslim delicacy with us. However, you can also try these delicacies and maybe one of them can become one of your favorites too. Altamatue bialghidha’

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BEEF RENDANG

The king of all curries, beef rendang is a mouthwatering dish that originated from Indonesia. Eventually became one of the specialties of Maranao people. Beef Rendang is a caramelized beef curry. Cooke with coconut milk to reduced the dish’s darkness and add consistency to its sweetness.

For Maranaos this is usually served during special celebrations.

Some restaurants around Cagayan de Oro City offers beef rendang on their menu.

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PALAPA

Speaking of palapa, it is a sambal like sauce that is oily and spicy. It is known as a Maranao appetizer. It is made of scallion bulbs or sakurab in Maranao with ginger and siling labuyo or chili pepper.  It is known for adding more flavor to every cooked dish.

Muslim meals in Cagayan de Oro City are usually served with palapa. However, if you are interested on buying one, you can buy one in a very affordable price. For a 100 grams of palapa, it will cost you P50 while 200 grams is P100.

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PATER

One of the most popular muslim food here in Cagayan de Oro is the unique yet delicious Pater.

Pater which originated from Mindanao, is a packed meal famous of its unique style. It is neatly wrapped in a banana leaf. Unwrapping the banana leaf, you will find the packed rice topped with either sauteed shredded chicken meat (kagikit) or beef (gandang) or flakes of fish abodo/tuna.

Pater is also known as pastel or pastil or patel or paster. Commonly known as a Maranao and Maguindanao meal.

Aside from the fact that Pater’s taste is loved by the many it is also enjoyed by everyone for it’s very affordable price. Here in Cagayan de Oro, for as low as thirty pesos you can already buy this muslim delicacy.

The muslim delicacy is a lot more delicious when served with palapa.

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