The Most Underrated Filipino Soup (Mindanao's Tiyula Itum) with Erwan

Tiyula Itum is a Tausug dish that is made with burnt coconut and meat. Some use beef, while others prefer goat meat for this delicacy that is usually served during special occasions and festivals in the region. Watch Erwan Heussaff learn how to cook this spicy and savory dish at one of our most scenic cooking videos yet! We are still in Basilan and we’re just getting started. Learn how Tiyula Itum is made now!
Watch our first video in Zamboanga here:
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(0:00) Intro
(1:20) Cooking Tiyula Itum
(7:33) Taste Test, Outro
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Most Filipinos don't have the resources to explore indigenous cultures 😑

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[@Tar41830]

For those who wants to try this dish who are in Metro Manila, you can look for the resto name Dulang in Padre Faura Manila City. They serve authentic Tausug delicacies.

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Iniisip ko Rin Yan since napanood ko mga Videos dito Sa FEATR. Thanks for the recommendation.

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As a Maguindanaon/Iranun-Ilocano myself i love Erwan's interest and appreciation for Moro food and wanting to put it in the spotlight talking about Filipino cuisine. Oftentimes it gets forgotten whenever Filipino food is mentioned in conversations. Which is unfortunate because Its diverse and tells about another side of the Philippines thats still left undiscovered

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As a basileñio, I am greatly honored for someone to appreciate our delicacy and culture, thank you for visiting!

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I’m a Singaporean Muslim and would love to visit this side of Philippines for its Muslim community and halal food 😻

[@roniepancho1726]

I just loved and overwhelmed by viewing this video, Mr. Erwan is so Filipino in heart, especially when he appreciates the tribal groups that he mentioned,that food were served by this tribal groups even UpTo this day that is influenced by precolonial era food menu,,as a SAMA tribe so proud and thanks to Mr ERWAN for not being racist,,,May you be blessed ❤️

[@katkat2850]

I love how Erwan promotes Philippine culture... and his tagalog is on point :)

[@reubenpamesa5167]

Unang beses ko makatikim niyan sa okasyon ng mga Muslim, panalo ang lasa. Very heartwarming kung idi-describe yung food.

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We do branded content from time to time and that helps fund everything :)

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I appreciate how youre opening up the other islands in the philippines to the public. I hope mawala yung pagiging ignorante ng mga tao na galing sa metro manila who think that there isnt civilization outside of the capital region and sana mawala yung pagiging entitled nila sa mga bisaya at sa iba pang mga tao in the islands.

[@mayperez1003]

Introduced Tiyula itum to a good friend from Bulacan. She loved it, and considered making it herself and sharing something new to her family.

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I love FEATR because they are really giving importance of our culture! Sarap sa pakiramdam na pinagmamalaki naten ang sariling atin! So so proud with these kind of content. Showing Philippines to the world!

[@AshrageaHU]

As a Tausug, I appreciate this sooo much! It is my favorite soup. Great work, Erwan and your team.

[@isabelitamastrili5566]

No one has ever ventured into that part of the Philippines. Great job!

[@JennaSakay]

Liking this video because Erwan's Tagalog is getting better and Tiyula Itum soup looks so yummy!

[@whoisperfect_no1.381]

Great Content Erwan, Thanks for visiting that part of our Country. You just earned my utmost respect as Filipino. Stay safe!

[@cyprusviajante6133]

Mindanaon Food is the most underrated cuisine in the Filipino Cuisine Context .... This is because of the stigma that was created which is still there due to fake news ... thank you somuch Erwan

[@KimMitchellLopez]

I agree. I cooked this on a Christmas celebration several years ago and it was a bomb!

[@czar7507]

thank you for visiting Basilan, these is my mother's place.. Ang sarap talaga ng mga pag kain nila lalo na yung seafood super fresh... Gracias por todo

[@maycat6194]

Never underestimate kulikot. That chili may be small but surely will give strong bite...

[@Danelle12]

love content like this, featuring different regions/provinces in the Ph. I am filipino and I am guilty for not being aware of the culture in Mindanao. I would love to discover it someday.

[@xhenared7461]

one of my favorite filipino youtube channel, thank you so much FEATR for showcasing authentic pinoy cuisines... looking forward for more ..

[@Kroenicbleu]

Yup. He is doing great by introducing culinary from Mindanao. This needs to be cooked in every Filipino home as well. This is on par with adobo.

[@maryamkalim3734]

Tiyulah itum. Special soup viand of tausugs. Always the star sa handaan.

[@nelljohn]

Indeed, the Philippines has so much more to offer. I’m looking forward to the rest of this series.

[@dandyloona]

Anything that has burnt coconut in it is a best dish. Tried it with Dinuguan and it was the best version I've ever tasted.

[@mamamia_144]

Atlast!!! You finally went to my hometown and tried tyula itum!!! Hayyyyyssss gusto ko tuloy maka attend wedding para lang sa tyula itum

[@delossantosdanny7039]

Thank You Sir Erwan to showcases every dishes of our region. You showcases also the beauty , tradition and culture of Phils. KUDOS GOOD JOBS GRIM THE HEART.

[@juliette49aguileras87]

It so nice to see different parts n cultures of the Philippines 🇵🇭 specially the Southern part 👍👍

[@jimmelyimbo6763]

Malamawiiiiii ❤ my favorite beach. Thanks Erwan for featuring my beloved Basilan 😍

[@KenKen-sq1gw]

My hometown Basilan n isabela in particular. It's been 12 years since I left and work abroad. I miss foods n the environment. Thank you for showing our place Basilan. So happy vlogger like you. ❤❤❤❤

[@EsEs-sv1qd]

Awesome video again. Thank you Erwan

[@ianraori6122]

Another great content, thank you very much.

[@glendareserva9930]

Nice to learn about this dish...

[@IzyoboyRajz]

FYI. If your want to try tyula itum in manila just search for the name SAUM BAY in p.campa street sampaloc manila.they serve authentic tausug dish

[@BigMike88]

Loving your content @erwan keep it up💪

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Another great video 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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Keep on doing what you do! We appreciate you! Proud Pinoy! 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

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Another quality content, as always.

[@cessmalangg1473]

Thank you Erwan for featuring dishes from Mindanao tribes... I hope. Govt. Of tourism could see your effort showcasing all filipino dishes in d country.. More. Power to you Sir. God bless in ur vlog..

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I saw Erwan last week in Uptown BGC together with his team. He was really nice. We had a very short conversation while we were in the escalator. Haha! I praised him for having great contents. 😉

[@dianaraji2084]

Sir Erwan is getting better in speaking Filipino language.

[@francesberrios8250]

So unique - the use of roasted/broiled coconut meat to flavor meat.

[@georginaesposo5166]

CONGRATULATIONS ON WINNING THE JAMES BEARD AWARD! MABUHAY KA, ERWAN!

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Thanks to your blog🎉🎉🎉🎉

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Nakatikim ako niyan nung nagpunta ako Tawi-tawi for work. Yan daw yung equivalent nila ng dinuguan. Masarap din naman.

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Thanks FEATR I needed thesse recipe.

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for that, Ano pa edi subscribe na, ka ganda ng palabas. mukang madami pang malupit n bidyo!

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Thank you Erwan for visiting Our lovely province .

[@erwanashee1059]

*Another great vlog, tukayo.*

[@GonyoLandasan]

ang saraaaap nman nyan, panalo!

[@elenaperlas4290]

Looks yummy, want to try that dish

[@unknowndeoxys00]

😅 Made this once before. Messed up the coconut bc all I had was shredded young coconut, and put too much water. Ended up with a textured soup. Didn't feel right, but tasted incredible. Will redo. 😂 Recipe from the cookbook "Also Filipino." People, please share and celebrate the unsung Filipino recipes that no one knows about, and everyone should know about.

[@SUPER_ORION]

Tiyula Itum is sobrang masarap! I hope more muslim food becomes available in the masses here in Luzon.

[@argela1823]

Congratulations erwan and your team for winning the James Beards Awards! well deserved! keep doing the things you do.. :)

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YOUR JOURNEY IS INDEED AMAZING👍🏼! THANKFULLY FOR SHARING 💖 DELECTABLE/DELICIOUS FOOD! TAKE CARE BE SAFE AND HEALTHY!!!🙋🏼‍♀️🇦🇺

[@rafaelperalta1676]

Looks pretty similar to Beef Hinalang. Need to make this one day and eat it.

[@dboynxtdur]

I heard from the soldiers who serve in Basilan that the food is quite unique and tasty. The best beaches that would rival Boracay or any other famous beaches are in Basilan as well.

[@jprojo57]

Yes tiyula itum is very delicious… I once experienced it to one of my classmate in Mahalika Village way back on my college days…. 👍👍

[@myraphoenixnature88]

That chili is 🔥🥵 Congratulations, mr. Erwan on your award, you deserved it and much more awards! Blessings!

[@uniqueve]

Welcome to our mindanao..

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Wow. Galing❤👍

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Pinag uusapan lang namin to kanina sa ospital haha. Astig.

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Maluto nga yan...❤❤❤

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The future Mr Philippine Tourism, good job Erwan!

[@kper5592]

looks and sounds yummy

[@theprovidentside]

First! kahit walang may pake hahaha

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Wow...ito mga gsto kong potahe..dapt mga gantong pgkain ang ipakilala dn sa mundo..🤭🤭😁👍

[@shebnaabuyon]

Now im craving for tiyula itum 🤤🤤🤤

[@johnnickelp]

tried cooking this. napanood ko yung unang video mo about dito. masarap 'to kasi rich ang flavor. curry-ish because of the turmeric, but light lang.

[@pinoyhomecookedmeal1623]

Im a Christian at masasabi ko lng talaga isa sa paborito kong sabaw at tausug dish yang tiola itum. Inaabangan ko lagi yan pag may handaan sa mga kakilala kong tausug. Pag meron yan wa na sipog sipog kain na. Malanab tuod.

[@PinoySeafarer]

Love this

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The appreciation when Erwan finally speaks tagalog 🙌🏼🫰🏽💖

[@Poonamsmartkitchen]

Amazing

[@chris.asi_romeo]

Love this content. Pre colonial foods.

[@hilynkreuning5915]

that should be traditional filo food because so unique

[@edmundcasey7765]

ERWAN NO CRYING!!!! SPICY IS PART OF . . . .

[@larryariscon6383]

In my place in Bicol the older folks usually burnt the coconut not as burned and flaky black as that just to get a little better aroma as well an old ways to get a better flavor and I guess it depends how it's region develops its own ways, it's good.

[@Cong33.Ch0wd33]

wow i love your ph tours on food erwan ❤❤❤❤❤❤😊

[@bellabonita4039]

My favorite Tiyula Itum 😍

[@michelleilim637]

Muchas gracias Erwan❤

[@imstillundecided]

I feel like Erwan should be a Philippine Ambassador for something. I dunno maybe food, tourism, culture. He and his team are doing so much sa pagpromote ng bansa natin and pag educate hindi lang sa ibang lahi kundi para sa atin na din mismong mga Pilipino.

[@emme5162]

Tiyulah itum❤❤❤, its gonna be perfect with syanglag 😊

[@chefmitch4731]

Merci Beaucoup Erwan! Bonne Travail!

[@jejuislander5312]

Top tier content.

[@alaaa1794]

These tausug foods needs to open a shop in makati

[@greg_travels08]

his mortar and pestle is cool! I want to have something like thhat too 😂

[@Omega-ys9bi]

Great soup.

[@darwinmedina8316]

❤❤❤❤❤love the place

[@yollyparial9597]

You eating the 'siling palay' had me rolling. It is worse than labuyo. 😂😂😂 Please dont prank Nico with them.😂😂😂

[@totoboxgameover]

Zambasulta Unique culture tlga Ang Lugar Namin

[@joeljrvargas5077]

Maybe mr.erwan should try sinalpungan here in catanduanes or carabao entrails 😊

[@radzmiersaid3489]

Please explore also the beautiful island of sulu

[@chillsp0t]

FEATR cookbook (digital & physical), please! Soon, I hope 🙂

[@featrmedia]

Maybe soon!

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I hope you guys creddit the music beause i really really like it.

[@xcentineo3124]

i really want to see an erwan and doobydobap collab pleaaaase!

[@isabelbangcod5101]

my favorite is their pancit pancit.

[@jinnilovely5573]

Its will good if you aded lime leaf to more fresh ad tasty, in indonesia have rawon black soup but use kluak (endemic nut) not coconut charcol

[@ulyssesmontojo9852]

Been their before @malamaui beach, Basilan

[@berlijoy3840]

How I wish there is something like 2 days and 1 night in Philippines to showcase food from different regions of the Philippines ….