Embutido: Filipino Party Meatloaf with Eggs and Raisins
Dan
Filipino party food | Steamed meatloaf | Holiday slices
Embutido is sweet-savory, sliceable, and made for party platters, with ground pork wrapped around eggs, raisins, and sausage.
Why make it: This version uses foil rolls, a steamer or oven option, and grocery-friendly substitutions while keeping the nostalgic party-slice flavor.
Fresh From the Kitchen
About This Recipe
Embutido is a Filipino-style meatloaf made with ground pork, vegetables, raisins, seasonings, and often hard-boiled eggs or sausage in the center.
Why You Will Love It
- Practical for U.S. kitchens: the recipe uses ingredients and substitutions a home cook can realistically shop for.
- Built for the table: the serving notes match how the dish usually lands in Filipino-American homes, from weeknights to merienda to parties.
- Flexible without erasing the dish: swaps are named clearly so the original idea stays visible.
- Easy to cook through: the shopping list, timings, and storage notes make the recipe straightforward to test and adjust.
Ingredient Notes
For the mix
The meat mixture should hold together but not feel dry. Bread crumbs and milk help the slices stay tender.
For shaping
Foil makes it easy to roll, steam, and chill the loaves before slicing.
Embutido Recipe
This version uses foil rolls, a steamer or oven option, and grocery-friendly substitutions while keeping the nostalgic party-slice flavor.
Shopping List
- ground pork
- eggs
- hot dogs or sausage
- raisins
- carrot
- bell pepper
- pickle relish
- bread crumbs
- evaporated milk
- banana ketchup
- foil
Ingredients
Meat Mixture
- 2 pounds ground pork
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 carrot, finely diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/3 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
- 2 tablespoons banana ketchup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Center Filling
- 3 hard-boiled eggs, quartered lengthwise
- 2 hot dogs or sausages, quartered lengthwise
For Cooking and Serving
- Foil for rolling
- Extra banana ketchup
- Steamed rice or party noodles
Instructions
- Mix ground pork, bread crumbs, milk, eggs, vegetables, raisins, relish, ketchup, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
- Divide the mixture between two sheets of foil and flatten into rectangles.
- Arrange egg and hot dog strips down the center of each rectangle.
- Roll tightly with the foil, twisting the ends to seal.
- Steam the loaves until firm and cooked through.
- Cool slightly, then chill if you want cleaner slices.
- Slice and serve as is, pan-fried, or brushed with banana ketchup.
Nutrition Estimate
Approximate values per loave based on the listed ingredients and yield. Actual nutrition will vary by brand, exact portion size, and cooking changes.
Tips For The Best Embutido
- Dice small: Tiny vegetables help the loaf slice neatly.
- Do not overpack: A very dense roll can turn tough.
- Chill before slicing: Cold embutido cuts cleaner for party trays.
- Pan-fry slices: Browning adds flavor and makes leftovers exciting.
How To Serve And Store
Serve warm or room temperature with rice, Filipino spaghetti, or pancit. Refrigerate wrapped loaves for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
Common Questions
Can I bake embutido?
Yes. Bake foil-wrapped loaves in a water bath or covered pan until cooked through.
Are raisins required?
No, but they are part of the sweet-savory party flavor for many families.
Can I use ground chicken?
Yes, but add a little oil or extra milk because chicken is leaner.
Why did my embutido crumble?
It may need more binder, smaller diced vegetables, or more chilling before slicing.
Do raisins belong in embutido at your table? Share your family version or testing notes in the comments.
Recipe inspiration and technique reference: Filipino home-cooking source research from Panlasang Pinoy, Kawaling Pinoy, and Filipino-American cooking sources in the site roadmap.
