Noche Buena Food Ideas for Christmas Eve

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The holiday season is synonymous with joy, family gatherings, and indulging in delectable meals. When it comes to celebrating Christmas Eve, the highlight is undoubtedly Noche Buena—the night of good food and togetherness. In this article, we’ll explore tasty Noche Buena Food ideas that will elevate your festive feast, ensuring a memorable celebration for you and your loved ones.

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Lechon Baboy

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No Noche Buena is complete without lechon. Roast your pork to perfection, ensuring crispy skin and succulent meat that will captivate your guests.

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Store Price Range: ₱14,800 – ₱30,800 (8 to 30 kgs)

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Embutido

Add a savory touch with Embutido, a Filipino-style meatloaf. Packed with flavor, it’s a delightful addition to your Noche Buena spread.

Total Food Cost: ₱614

Noche Buena Food Cost Breakdown:

1 kilo of Ground Pork – ₱320
Garlic – ₱10
Onion – ₱10
1 Carrot (minced) – ₱20 per piece
1 Red Bell Pepper (minced) – ₱30 per ¼ kilo
½ tbsp salt – ₱11 per 250 gram
1 tbsp black ground pepper – ₱2 per piece
1 sachet oyster sauce – ₱8 per sachet
1 tbsp of sugar – ₱23 per 250 gram
¼ sweet pickles – ₱15
100g raisins – ₱40
3 eggs – ₱30 per egg
1 cup all-purpose flour – ₱40
½ cup grated cheese – ₱20
1 tbsp margarine – ₱15 per piece
Aluminum Foil – ₱20

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Adobo

Adobo is a must-have, but feel free to experiment with proteins like chicken, beef, pork, or seafood for a twist on this classic dish.

Total Food Cost: ₱336

Noche Buena Food Cost Breakdown:

Garlic – ₱10
Onion – ₱10
1 kilo Chicken – ₱240
200ml vinegar – ₱13
200ml soy sauce – ₱13
1 cup water
1 pack bay leaves – ₱20
1 tbsp whole black peppercorn – ₱6
1 piece knorr cube – ₱7
1 tbsp brown sugar – ₱17 per ¼ kg

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Kare-Kare

Introduce the richness of kare-kare to your Noche Buena. This meal, complemented by a savory peanut sauce, adds depth and variety to your menu.

Total Food Cost: ₱590

Noche Buena Food Cost Breakdown:

½ kilo Beef Twalya – ₱226
½ kilo Beef Kamto – ₱150
5 cloves garlic – ₱10 per piece
Onion – ₱10 per piece
½ cup peanut – ₱17
2 tbsp rice flour – ₱43 per 1/2 kg
Patis – ₱44 per 200ml
1 tbsp Atsuete – ₱10 per 50g
Puso ng saging – ₱10
Sitaw – ₱20
Pechay – ₱20
1 piece talong – ₱30

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Satisfying the Sweet Tooth

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Bibingka Cheesecake

Combine the velvety richness of cheesecake with the comforting flavors of Bibingka. This dessert fusion promises a sweet ending to your Noche Buena celebration.

Store Price Range: ₱2,840 – ₱3,000

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Leche Flan

Conclude with leche flan. Its smooth texture and caramel glaze provide a sweet conclusion to your Noche Buena.

Total Food Cost: ₱602

Noche Buena Food Cost Breakdown:

30 pcs Egg Yolks – ₱300
900 ml Condensada – ₱98
2 cans (370ml each) evaps – ₱112
Lemon Zest – ₱10
3 cups sugar and ½ cup water – ₱82

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Maja Blanca

Introduce Maja Blanca, a creamy coconut pudding, to your dessert lineup. It’s simple yet indulgent flavors make it a perfect ending to your festive feast.

Total Food Cost: ₱279

Noche Buena Food Cost Breakdown:

300 grams cornstarch – ₱43 per 400g
1 cup water or coconut milk – Free
1 cup evaporated milk – ₱60 per 360ml
1 can cream-style corn – ₱33
1 coconut – ₱30
600 grams of sugar (500grams + ½ cup) – ₱80 per ¾ kg
1 box cheese – ₱33

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Cassava Cake

Wrap up your Noche Buena with the sweet goodness of Cassava Cake. Its moist, cassava-infused layers will leave your guests craving for more.

Store Price Range: ₱295 – ₱350

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Fruit Salad

Balance the richness with a refreshing fruit salad. Combining a medley of seasonal fruits, this dish adds a burst of color and sweetness to your Noche Buena spread.

Total Food Cost: ₱686

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Noche Buena Food Cost Breakdown:

500 grams all-purpose cream – ₱116
600ml condensada – ₱62 per can
3kg Drained Fruit Cocktail – ₱270
1 Crispy Apple – ₱30
1 Green Apple – ₱35
¼ Kilo Grapes – ₱50
1 Bottle Nata De Coco – ₱55
1 Bottle Kaong – ₱68

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