- Can Hopia Capture the Essence of Sisig?
- The Unexpected Flavor of Eng Bee Tin's Hopia Sisig
- A Surprising Fusion: Hopia Meets Sisig
Every Chinese New Year, Eng Bee Tin rolls out new flavors to celebrate the Lunar New Year. This year, for the Year of the Wooden Snake, they've introduced a unique twist on their classic hopia: Hopia Sisig. This savory hopia is inspired by the well-loved Filipino dish sisig, known for its smoky, tangy, and meaty flavor.
Eng Bee Tin's Hopia Offerings
Eng Bee Tin is famous for its delicious hopia with various flavors, including mongo, ube, kondol, and sweet custard. The Hopia Sisig is their most savory offering yet.
What Does the Hopia Sisig Taste Like?
Don't expect to find chunks of sisig meat inside the Hopia Sisig. The filling is more like a dark brown-purple, mushy paste with a texture similar to raisin. The flavor is surprisingly savory with a distinct tanginess, reminiscent of siopao asado (steamed buns with braised pork and a sweet and savory sauce).
This tanginess comes from calamansi extract and vinegar, listed as ingredients in the hopia. The hopia also contains dried meat, but these are tiny jerky-like pieces that can be a bit tough to chew.
The crust of the Hopia Sisig is thick and bread-like, similar to a neighborhood panaderia's hopia baboy. It has a shiny film-like outer layer that crumbles easily, making it messier to eat compared to other Eng Bee Tin hopia varieties.
Should You Try Eng Bee Tin's Hopia Sisig?
The Hopia Sisig is an acquired taste. If you're a huge sisig fan, you'll likely enjoy it. However, it's important to manage your expectations. The hopia doesn't contain actual sisig pieces, and the filling doesn't resemble sisig in appearance. But it delivers on the promise of capturing the essence of sisig with its savory and tangy calamansi flavor.
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In conclusion, Eng Bee Tin's Hopia Sisig is a unique and interesting take on the classic hopia. If you're adventurous and enjoy savory flavors, it's definitely worth a try.
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