Filipino viand or ulam that bring comfort during the rainy season

OMG! It’s raining cats and dogs! Cold air is creeping into every corner of the room. :(

Filipinos often seek warmth and coziness when rain pours any time of the day. Wrapping yourself like a lumpia in a plush blanket isn’t always enough to beat the gloom. Sometimes, the comfort has to reach deep into one’s core to bring real warmth against the cold and dreary weather.

Luckily, Filipinos are known for serving up a variety of viands that are perfect any day, but especially during the rainy season. Ready your utensils—or bare hands—and scoop up hot rice to pair with these 5 famous Filipino ulam that hit the right spot!

1. Pork sinigang

One of the ultimate comfort dishes in the Philippines, sinigang is served in large bowls filled with tender pork cuts simmered in sour tamarind broth. It’s the kind of meal that warms both the heart and soul during downpours. Expect to reach for more rice—it’s cozy and filling at the same time.

Add-ons: Fish sauce with chili as a dip

2. Bulalo

A flavorful beef soup that truly shines in rainy weather. Bulalo’s long cooking time tenderizes the beef and transforms the bone marrow into a melt-in-your-mouth treat. Paired with corn, cabbage, and potatoes, it offers both taste and comfort—perfect for savoring while the rain pours outside.

Add-ons: Natives often pair meat with patis (fish sauce) and siling labuyo (red chili) for extra flavor.

3. Adobong manok, baboy, at pusit

A Filipino classic in all its forms—whether chicken, pork, or squid—adobo never fails to bring comfort. With its rich soy sauce base and aromatic blend, it perfectly fits the rainy season vibe. Truly a dish that every Filipino craves when the weather turns gloomy.

Add-ons: Calamansi, oyster sauce, or pineapple chunks for added twist.

4. Sizzling sisig

Served on a sizzling plate, sisig mixes pork head parts with onions, chilies, and seasonings that deliver bold, comforting flavors. While often enjoyed as pulutan during drinking sessions, it has also become a heartwarming, crowd-favorite meal on cold days. The sizzling plate keeps the dish hot, perfect for long kwentuhan with family and friends.

Add-ons: Egg, mayo, and a squeeze of calamansi for tangy balance.

5. Fried tuyo with kamatis and egg

A simple yet timeless combo that never fails to comfort Filipino households on rainy days. Freshly fried tuyo (dried fish) with chopped tomatoes and either fried or boiled eggs, paired with garlic fried rice, instantly hits the spot.

Add-ons: Soy sauce for dipping—and don’t forget hot coffee or any warm drink to complete the meal.

In the Philippines, a filled and satisfied stomach is one of the best ways to warm the heart—especially during the rainy season. Beyond hot drinks, savory viands or ulam paired with rice provide comfort, lift moods, and bring warmth that lasts through cold, gloomy days.

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