Chef RV Manabat
5 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
CHICKEN EMPANADA
A homemade Filipino-style chicken empanada with a creamy, herb‑infused filling and a flaky, golden‑brown coconut‑oil dough. Perfect for Mother’s Day or any snack occasion, this recipe requires no special equipment and can be made ahead.
SPANISH BREAD
A soft, buttery Filipino Spanish Bread – a sweet, slightly sticky roll filled with a sugary breadcrumb paste. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or midnight cravings. This recipe follows Chef RV Manabat’s easy‑mix‑and‑rise method, using a stand mixer or by hand, and includes tips for authentic flavor, shaping, and storage.
Chewy Dark Chocolate Brownies (Updated Recipe)
An updated, extra‑chewy, less‑sweet brownie recipe that delivers a crackly, shiny top and a fudgy interior. The secret is caramelizing butter with brown sugar and adding sweetened condensed milk for extra moisture. Finished with optional honey glaze or Biscoff topping.
Classic British Fish and Chips with Tartar Sauce
A homemade take on the iconic London fish & chips. Crispy beer‑battered Alaskan pollock paired with golden potato wedges and a tangy homemade tartar sauce. All components are made from scratch for authentic pub‑style flavor.
Chicken Cordon Bleu
A fancy yet simple Swiss‑style Chicken Cordon Bleu stuffed with ham, string cheese and sweet pickles, breaded with panko and served with a luxurious truffle béchamel sauce. Perfect for a dinner that feels restaurant‑quality without the hassle.