Cook with Hanabishi: 2 Budget-friendly Recipes for a #PaskongPraktikal

Overview

• Christmas cooking doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive to feel special. This article discusses two unique budget-friendly recipes to help make the Christmas season enjoyable through comforting dishes, familiar flavors shared around the table.
• Hanabishi collaborated with TikTok food content creator Chef Marky to help spread the message of celebrating a heartfelt, practical Christmas season through budget-friendly meals that are easy to make.
• To support this kind of everyday cooking, Hanabishi continues to be a trusted appliance provider during the Christmas season. Through affordable appliances and the latest Tipid Pero Festive TikTok challenge, we highlight how practical tools and simple ideas can still create memorable holiday meals.

Christmas in the Philippines has a way of bringing everyone together. Even with the simplest handaan, each gathering feels even more special than the last. After all, the heart of the celebration isn’t about how much you spend on a delicious feast. It’s about how much love you put into every meal on the table. 

With familiar flavors, simple ingredients, and a dash of creativity, you and your loved ones can enjoy budget-friendly recipes for a #PaskongPraktikal. Hanabishi helps make practical holiday cooking all the more possible with affordable, premium-quality kitchen appliances. 

Continue reading to learn easy-to-make treats for your loved ones this season.

How Hanabishi Appliances Encourage a Practical Pinoy Christmas Celebration

This season, Hanabishi reinforces the belief that Christmas celebrations don’t have to be grand to be meaningful. Through our #PaskongPraktikal TikTok Challenge, we encourage Pinoy families to celebrate the true spirit of festive feasts: making meals prepared from the heart with those who matter most. 

Our initiative is all about reminding everyone that tipid and festive can go hand in hand. Starting December 17, cooking enthusiasts can join our contest and share simple holiday cooking ideas that make the season truly special. We invite everyone to celebrate creativity, warmth, and most importantly, the spirit of togetherness.

Chef Marky Teams Up with Hanabishi for Budget-friendly Holiday Recipes

Last December 15, Chef Mark Joseph Bartolome, known as Chef Marky, went live on TikTok to share practical cooking tips for a #PaskongPraktikal celebration. Using Hanabishi appliances, he showed how holiday cooking can be more efficient and enjoyable, even during the busiest days of the season. He also shared simple preparation tips and words of encouragement for home cooks doing their best this Christmas. 

With over a decade of cooking experience locally and abroad, Chef Marky brings solid kitchen know-how to everyday meals. He is a graduate of the Culinary Arts at De La Salle—College of St. Benilde, known as a food content creator who focuses on approachable, home-friendly recipes. His cooking Philosophy reflects Hanabishi’s belief that meaningful meals don’t need to be expensive to feel grand.

Chef Marky continues to encourage families to cook with care, creativity, and heart, proving that a practical Christmas can still be warm and memorable.

Budget-friendly Recipes for a Paskong Praktikal

Inspired by Chef Marky’s practical holiday cooking tips, we’ve put together this festive yet easy lineup to help you prepare a delicious Christmas spread for your family. Follow the steps below to create delicious treats everyone is sure to enjoy.

Cola Beef Stew with Mashed Potato

A Cola Beef Stew with Mashed Potato brings that rich, slow-cooked comfort Filipinos love. It has the sweet-savory flavors familiar to every Noche Buena celebration. The cola helps tenderize the beef and deepen the sauce, making it a satisfying handaan dish that pairs well with creamy mashed potatoes.

Using the Hanabishi 18-in-1 Pressure Cooker, you can make up to six servings of delicious Cola Beef Stew. Its electronic controls and wide range of cooking modes make meal preparation easier and quicker to accomplish.

What You Need:

• 1 kg Beef Shortribs
• 1 Whole Garlic
• 2 Pieces White Onions
• 3 Stalks of Celery
• 3 Stalks of Leeks
• Salt
• Pepper
• 3 Pieces of Bay Leaf
• A pinch of Dried Thyme Leaves
• 1 Piece of Beef Cubes (Stock)
• 2 Cans of Cola (Coke)
• 1 Liter of Water
• 3 Tbsps of Liquid Seasoning
• 2 Carrots
• 1 Whole Broccoli
• Potatoes
• 2 Cups of Milk
• 1 Cup of Butter
• Parsley for Garnish
• ½ Cup of Flour

How to Prepare It:

1. Wrap the potatoes with foil and bake in the oven for 1 hour at 200 °C.
2. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper. Coat in flour.
3. Sear the short ribs on both sides.
4. While searing, chop the garlic, onions, leeks, celery, and carrots.
5. Add the vegetables and saute together with the beef.
6. Add bay leaf and thyme.
7. Add the cola and reduce.
8. Add water and beef cubes. Boil for 5 minutes.
9. Place the short ribs inside the pressure cooker. Pressure cook for 15-20 minutes.
10. Prepare the vegetables, blanch the broccoli and carrots, then place them in ice.
11. In a pan, melt some butter, add garlic, and throw in the vegetables. Season them for extra flavor.
12. In a pan, heat milk with butter. Then, proceed to season them with salt and pepper.
13. Remove the potatoes from the oven, cut them in half, and remove the skin.
14. In a bowl, mix the potatoes with the heated milk and butter. Whisk the mix until smooth and creamy.
15. Release the pressure cooker.
16. Transfer the cola short ribs to a pot.
17. Thicken with flour and butter.
18. Serve and enjoy!

Graham Tiramisu

If you’re looking for a unique dessert to serve this Christmas, Graham TIramisu is your best no-bake choice. Creamy and lightly sweet, it’s perfect for those who love easy-to-prepare sosyal treats. Its unique flavors are best for families with kids and sweets-loving adults alike. 

This dessert can be prepared manually, but using Hanabishi’s Professional Stand Mixer Master Series 5L helps keep the process neat and hassle-free. It comes with 12 speed settings and a powerful motor to help you achieve a smooth, well-blended cream base for your tiramisu. 

What You Need:

• 2 Sachets of Black Coffee
• ½ Cup of Hot Water
• 2 Tbsps. Of Sugar
• 1 pack of Graham Crackers (approx.10 pieces)
• 1 bar of Softened Cream Cheese
• 1 Pack of All-Purpose Cream
• 1 Can of Condensed Milk
• Cocoa Powder (Hershey’s Dark) For Dusting

How to Prepare It:

1. In the stand mixer, combine the cream cheese, all-purpose cream, and condensed milk, then whip until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
2. In a separate bowl, dissolve the coffee in hot water.
3. Lightly dip the graham crackers into the coffee and arrange them in a baking dish.
4. Spread a layer of the cream mixture over the graham, allowing it to soak slightly.
5. Repeat the layering until you reach your desired height.
6. Finish with a light dusting of cocoa powder on top.
7. Refrigerate for about an hour, or until set.
8. Slice, plate, and share it with your loved ones!

Key Takeaway

Christmas is all about sharing good food, laughter, and time with family. With budget-friendly recipes for a #PaskongPraktikal, you can celebrate the real spirit of the holiday season in a practical yet memorable way.

Hanabishi supports all your Noche Buena meal plans by providing reliable, affordable appliances. To fully make the most of the holidays, don’t hesitate to join in on our Tipid Pero Festive TikTok Challenge. Contact us today to discover kitchen solutions that make every Christmas prep more joyful!