Orange Kalim-aw Sweet Potato Lugaw Recipe

Orange Kalim-aw Sweet Potato Lugaw

Orange Kalim-aw Sweet Potato Lugaw is a variation of classic Filipino rice porridge. Adding Orange Kalim-aw brings a warm orange color, a soft and comforting texture, a mild natural sweetness, and more substance to a simple bowl of lugaw. This recipe works as an easy breakfast, merienda, light meal, or rainy-day comfort food that the whole family can enjoy.

Quick Recipe Summary

• Preparation time: 10 minutes

• Cooking time: 40 minutes

• Total time: 50 minutes

• Servings: 4 to 6

• Difficulty: Easy

• Cuisine: Filipino

• Meal type: Breakfast, merienda, or light meal

• Budget level: Affordable

Why Orange Kalim-aw Works in Lugaw

Orange Kalim-aw becomes soft and tender as the lugaw cooks. It adds mild natural sweetness without overpowering the savory flavor of the porridge. The orange color creates a warm visual contrast against the white rice, and the sweet potato makes the dish more filling.

Orange Kalim-aw pairs well with ginger, garlic, fish sauce, and spring onion. It can be left in small cubes for visible pieces or partly mashed into the porridge for a thicker, creamier texture. Cut the sweet potato into small, even cubes so it cooks properly with the rice.

Ingredients

• 1 cup rice

• 6 cups water or chicken broth

• 1 medium Orange Kalim-aw Sweet Potato, peeled and cut into small cubes

• 3 cloves garlic, chopped

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 1 thumb-sized ginger, sliced thinly

• 1 tablespoon fish sauce

• 1 tablespoon cooking oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional toppings:

• Chopped spring onion

• Toasted garlic

• Calamansi

• Boiled egg

• Shredded cooked chicken

How to Make Orange Kalim-aw Sweet Potato Lugaw

Step 1: Rinse the rice

Rinse the rice under clean water until the water becomes less cloudy.

Step 2: Prepare the aromatics

Heat the cooking oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion, and ginger, then sauté until fragrant and softened.

Step 3: Add the rice

Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir for 1 to 2 minutes so it is coated with the aromatics and oil.

Step 4: Add water or broth

Pour in the water or chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5: Simmer the lugaw

Lower the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the rice begins to soften and break down.

Step 6: Add the Orange Kalim-aw

Add the Orange Kalim-aw Sweet Potato cubes when the rice is partly cooked. Continue simmering until both the rice and sweet potato are soft.

Step 7: Adjust the consistency

Add more water or broth if the lugaw becomes too thick. Stir regularly to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Step 8: Season the lugaw

Add the fish sauce, pepper, and salt as needed. Taste before adding more salt.

Step 9: Serve

Serve warm with spring onion, toasted garlic, calamansi, boiled egg, or shredded chicken if desired.

Cooking Tips

• Cut the Orange Kalim-aw into small, even cubes.

• Use more water or broth if you prefer a thinner lugaw.

• Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking.

• Add the sweet potato after the rice has started to soften.

• Mash a few sweet potato cubes into the porridge for a thicker texture.

• Use chicken broth for a more savory flavor.

• Taste before adding salt because fish sauce and broth may already be salty.

• Add toppings only before serving so they remain fresh.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can sweet potato be added to lugaw?

Yes, sweet potato works well in lugaw because it becomes soft during cooking and adds texture, color, and mild sweetness to the porridge.

When should I add Orange Kalim-aw to lugaw?

Add the Orange Kalim-aw after the rice has started to soften so both ingredients finish cooking at around the same time.

Will Orange Kalim-aw make the lugaw too sweet?

No, it adds only a mild sweetness when used in a balanced amount and still works well with ginger, garlic, fish sauce, and savory toppings.

What type of rice works best?

Ordinary white rice works well. Glutinous rice or a mixture of regular and glutinous rice can produce a thicker texture if preferred.

Why is my lugaw too thick?

Rice continues absorbing liquid while cooking and cooling. Add hot water or broth gradually until the preferred consistency is reached.

Can I make this recipe with chicken?

Yes, cooked shredded chicken or small chicken pieces may be added for a more substantial meal.

Can I use broth instead of water?

Yes, chicken or vegetable broth can add more flavor, but the salt level should be adjusted carefully.

How should leftover lugaw be stored?

Cooled leftovers can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator and reheated with extra water or broth to restore the consistency.

Where to Buy Orange Kalim-aw Sweet Potato

Orange Kalim-aw Sweet Potato is available from Baligya Store. Baligya delivers within Metro Manila. Customers can order through the Baligya website or message Baligya through Facebook or Instagram.

Orders worth PHP 1,500 and above receive free delivery within Metro Manila.

Order Orange Kalim-aw Sweet Potato from Baligya Store