Always a staple in family gatherings, valenciana is a complete meal in itself having the "Go, Grow and Glow" food groups. At home its usually the "meaty" variety with pork, chicken, liver, chorizo, shrimps, bellpeppers, peas and raisins mixed with malagkit rice.
Found in almost all occasions like fiesta, birthdays, reunions and others, Ilonggos really love valenciana because most if not all have grown accustomed of having it in special gatherings at home. A complete " go, grow and glow " dish because it has the carbohydrates, protein and vitamins and minerals in just one spoonful, Valenciana is really an " occasional dish ". Here's the recipe for Valenciana