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LOOK: Delicious and nutritious meals for less than P150!

Swak for the family

Parents want what’s best for their families and that includes providing delicious and nutritious meals. However, with ingredients becoming more and more expensive, it’s becoming a big challenge for moms and dads to come up with delicious and healthy dishes at home without spending too much.

Ajinomoto Philippines Corporation (APC) shares swak na swak sa bulsa recipes that can be recreated at home at the price of no more than Php 150.

“Serving delicious and nutritious food to our families doesn’t need to be heavy on the pocket. We, at Ajinomoto, understand the struggles that parents face nowadays. In our own way, we hope to extend help by sharing thoughtful recipes that take into consideration the health and budget of the family,” shares APC General Manager for Corporate Planning and Public Relations Roann Co. “We aim to provide solution and equip homemakers with knowledge on preparing affordable, delicious and well-balanced meals for their family.”

The following delicious and nutritious recipes are not only easy to prepare but also sure to fit the budget, including AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning 10g and Aji-Ginisa® 8g which remain to be the most affordable seasonings in the market at Php 3.00 SRP.

Fish and Vegetable Tempura

Who says tempuras are strictly made with shrimp? This Fish and Vegetable Tempura recipe will prove you wrong with its umami linamnam and delicious taste, thanks to AJI-GINISA® Flavor Seasoning Mix. For around P105 pesos, your family will get to enjoy a sumptuous meal rich in essential vitamins and minerals See the full recipe here.

Tokwa Bites

Tofu is an excellent source of high-quality protein which is essential for muscle growth and development. If you’re looking for ways to add more protein to your family’s diet but find meat prices to be a little too over the budget, try using tofu! For only Php 110, you can start with this Tokwa Bites recipe made tastier with AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning. Check the easy recipe here.

Cabbage Pancakes

Pancakes are popular with both kids and adults. So why not make them healthier and more nutritious? For only Php 95, you can make delicious and nutritious Cabbage Pancakes with AJI-NO-MOTO® Umami Seasoning. Not only is this dish delicious but it is also rich in dietary fiber which aids in normal bowel movement. Check the fun recipe here.

Monggo Burger

For kids who are not a fan of veggies but a huge lover of burgers, this Monggo Burger recipe will be mommies and daddies’ go-to snack for their kids! For only Php 110, this burger will be a sure hit to children and adults alike made meatier and ginisarap by AJI-GINISA® Flavor Seasoning Mix. Aside from meat and tofu, monggo beans are also a good source of protein. Follow the recipe here.

APC Group’s brand promise of Eat Well, Live Well provides Filipinos with practical ways to serve nutritious meals. “We believe that eating well and living well does not have to be expensive. We hope that through our affordable products and health initiatives at Ajinomoto, we get to help parents in bringing about a well-balanced diet at home amid these challenging times,” said Co.

For more healthy and budget-friendly recipes, visit Cookmunity by Ajinomoto PH on Facebook and Tiktok or www.cookmunitybyajinomoto.com


The Ajinomoto Group is a global company with specialties in the business of food and amino acids, guided by our leading-edge bioscience and fine chemical technologies.

Based on the corporate message “Eat Well, Live Well.”, we have been scientifically pursuing the possibilities of amino acids in supporting the healthy lives of people all around the world. We aim for future growth and continuous contribution to greater wellness by creating value through sustainable and innovative solutions for communities and society.

The Ajinomoto Group has offices in 36 countries and regions, and sells products in more than 130 countries and regions. In fiscal 2021, sales were 1.1149 trillion yen (8.73 billion U.S. dollars). To learn more, visit www.ajinomoto.com.

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