Silog is the backbone of Filipino breakfasts: sinangag (garlic fried rice), fried egg, and protein served together on one plate. This guide breaks down exactly how it works so you can build a proper silog at home.
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Use this guide to build your own breakfast plate. Each component below links to the recipe if you want to make it at home!
Base: Sinangag
Proteins:
Sides:
What is Silog?
Silog is a Filipino breakfast made up of sinangag (garlic fried rice), egg, and a protein. The name comes from combining its two major components: si (from sinangag) and log (from itlog, the Tagalog word for egg), with the proteins creating different versions of it.
For example, one made with chicken is called Chicksilog, and another made with longganisa is Longsilog. The rule is simply tacking part of the protein’s name onto the beginning so you know exactly what kind of dish it is.
Typical Components
Sinangag: Also known as Filipino garlic fried rice, which forms the foundation of almost all Filipino breakfasts.
Egg: Typically fried sunny-side up with crisp, crackly edges and a runny yolk. Other versions will use salted egg.
Protein: This is usually either meat (marinated or cured beef, pork, chicken) or some kind of fish. You can make these homemade or purchase them pre-seasoned from most Filipino groceries (typically found frozen).
Fresh Sides: To give some freshness and color to the dish. Tomatoes, cucumber, atchara (Filipino pickle), and mangoes are popular sides.
Sawsawan: A spiced vinegar or soy-based dipping sauce to dip your proteins in. You can either make this homemade or use store-bought.
How to Make a Basic Silog
Most versions follow a simple structure: garlic fried rice, fried egg, and a protein of your choice. This is the common flow I go with whenever making my breakfasts but it’s completely flexible, so feel free to mix and match the steps.
- Cook the Protein: In a pan or skillet, cook your chosen protein according to its preparation. Once cooked, set aside.
- Cook the Sinangag: Heat oil in a pan and sauté minced garlic until golden (you can use the same pan from the proteins for extra flavor). Add day-old rice, break up any clumps, then stir-fry with the garlic. Season with salt or liquid seasoning to taste. Set aside.
- Fry the Egg: Fry an egg sunny-side up. Extra points for crispy edges and a runny yolk.
- Prepare the Sides: Slice your fresh vegetables or fruits of choice. Prepare your dipping sauce (either vinegar or soy sauce-based)
- Plate: Place the proteins, sinangag, egg, and sides all in one large plate. Serve immediately.
Common Types
Here are the most common versions you’ll see in Filipino homes and restaurants. The garlic rice and fried egg stays consistent, it’s the protein that changes:
Tapsilog: Made with Beef Tapa (my personal favorite).
Tocilog: Made with Pork Tocino.
Longsilog: Made with Longganisa.
Bangsilog: Made with Bangus (milkfish).
Spamsilog: Made with Spam.
Hotsilog: Made with Hotdogs.
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