Shangri-La The Fort, Manila
This 2022, let's create new dining experiences at Samba by trying dishes outside our usual choices. We are listing here the top ten most ordered dishes at Samba from the previous year. These tried and tested dishes will surely not disappoint.
Note: Ranking as provided by Shangri-La The Fort, Manila
1. Piqueo Tres Ceviches
A great introduction to Peruvian cuisine, this trio of ceviches celebrates Peru's bountiful harvest from the seas and from the mountains: (L-R) scallops and shrimp ceviche with ají amarillo cream, mixed seafood ceviche with classic leche de tigre, and grouper ceviche in rocoto leche de tigre.
2. Ceviche Limeño
A seafood medly of grouper, shrimp, octopus, scallops, and calamari with leche de tigre, red onion, coriander sprouts, and cancha corn. The ceviche also comes with sweet potato. I love the contrast of textures and the blending of tarness and sweetness.
3. Empanadas de Lomo
These baked puff pastries are filled with chunks of braised US prime beef tenderloin. The puff pastry is moist and flaky while the beef is tender and rich in flavor. The rocoto chimichurri salsa brightens and balances all the flavors. This is my favorite appetizer here at Samba.
4. Parihuela
This Peruvian seafood-based stew includes fish, shrimp, octopus, scallop, clams, and crab meat, seasoned with Peruvian panca pepper and fresh cilantro. Served warm, this spicy and savory soup is very comforting.
5. Anticucho de Pulpo
A Peruvian-style grilled octopus that is flavored with ají panca (Peruvian red pepper) and served with roasted potatoes and ocopa sauce on the side. The flavors are very festive and that sauce actually goes very well with any grilled dishes.
6. Chicharrón de Calamar
Fried squid is a very popular appetizer around the world. This Peruvian version will surely satisfy you with its tender slices of calamari wrapped in a crispy golden crust. It is the perfect pairing for ice-cold beer or your favorite cocktail.
7. Arroz con Mariscos
This seafood rice dish is cooked in a rich tomato-pepper sauce seasoned with paprika creole. The dish comes with calamari, octopus, shrimps, and scallops, and finally garnished with parmesan cheese shavings and fresh cilantro. The dish can serve 2-3 persons. This is one of my top favorites here at Samba.
8. Lomo Saltado
This is a signature Chifa (Chinese-Peruvian) dish. It is made with chunks of US prime beef tenderloin stir-fried with tomatoes, onions, peppers, carrots, and potato wedges, and seasoned with soy sauce. The dish is best paired with steamed rice. This is my favorite Chifa dish. Also one of my most-ordered.
9. Prawns Quinotto
A risotto made with quinoa sourced from Peru. This dish includes calamari and is topped with parmesan cheese, feta cheese, and chargrilled prawns. This is a must-try, especially if you are cutting down on carbs.
10. Pollo a la Brasa
Grilled free-range chicken seasoned with Peruvian cumin-garlic, cilantro, and aji panca, and served on a sizzling plate with roasted baby potatoes, zucchini, eggplant, and pumpkin. This dish has a generous portion size and can be shared by two to three persons. A crowd-pleaser.
Which ones are your favorites? Which ones you will try next? Which dishes do you think should be included in this list? Tell us by leaving a comment below.
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Level 8, Shangri-La The Fort, Manila
30th Street corner 5th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City (BGC)
Taguig City, Metro Manila, Philippines
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As of today, I already tried 7 out of the 10 dishes. I should dine this week to try the Ceviche Limeño, the Parihuela, and the Chicharrón de Calamar.
ReplyDeleteYesterday's visit to Samba was a success. I had a seafood themed lunch with the Ceviche Limeño, the Parihuela, and the Chicharrón de Calamar. Tried these three dishes for the first time and as always, I enjoyed my meal here at Samba. I wish I could have ordered more, but I will save that for the next visit.
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