Chicken/Pork Adobo
Chicken or pork adobo is a Filipino dish simmered in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and spices until tender.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Qty. | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Thighs | 1 | Kilogram |
| Soy Sauce | 0.5 | Cup |
| White Vinegar | 0.25 | Cup |
| Garlic | 6 | Clove |
| Bay Leaves | 3 | Count |
| Black Peppercorns | 1 | Tbsp |
| Onion | 1 | Count |
| Water | 1 | Cup |
| Cooking Oil | 2 | Tbsp |
| Sugar | 1 | Tbsp |
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs, soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns. Marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Heat cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add marinated chicken to the pot, reserving the marinade. Brown the chicken on all sides.
- Pour the reserved marinade and water into the pot. Add brown sugar and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until chicken is tender.
- Remove the lid and continue to simmer for an additional 10 minutes to reduce the sauce.
- Serve the adobo hot with steamed rice.
Prep
- Marinate chicken for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
Kitchen equipment
Large Pot With Lid