sisig
sísig with stress marks
minced meat dish (pig's head/brain)
Usage Note
Sisig originated in Pampanga and has become one of the most iconic Filipino dishes, traditionally made from chopped parts of a pig's head (ears, snout, brain) seasoned with calamansi, chili, and onions. It is typically served on a sizzling plate. As a verb, 'sisigín' means to prepare food in this style. Chicken, tuna, and tofu versions are now widely available.
Examples
" Gusto ko ng sisig. "
Natural Translation
I want some sisig.
Literal Translation
Want I of sisig.
" Masarap ang sisig sa restawran. "
Natural Translation
The minced meat dish at the restaurant is delicious.
Literal Translation
Delicious the minced meat dish at restaurant.
" Bago kami umuwi, kumain muna kami ng mainit na sisig na may itlog sa paboritong karinderya namin. "
Natural Translation
Before we went home, we first ate hot sisig with egg at our favorite eatery.
Literal Translation
Before we go-home, eat first we of hot sisig that with egg at favorite eatery our.
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