Local Legends: Sarsa | Episode 2

Dubbed as the Marble Capital of the Philippines, Romblon does not boast only of its marble finds, white beaches, and natural playgrounds, but also their signature dishes that only Romblomanon can cook.

The islands of Romblon are flanked by both sea and agricultural land that gives them a variety of local produce. The province’s agricultural way of life led to the creation of recipes that use homegrown ingredients. This turned many locals to cooking dishes as a source of livelihood.

One of the popular local dishes is “sarsa” — ground freshwater prawns (ulang), mixed with coconut meat, chili, and garlic, then wrapped in coconut leaves that emit supplementary pungent aroma.

The sarsa may be paired with rice or eaten as an accompaniment to alcoholic drinks.

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