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Chicken Adobo

Cultural Context

Chicken Adobo is a quintessential Filipino dish, often regarded as the unofficial national dish of the Philippines. It reflects the country's rich history of indigenous and colonial influences, particularly from Spanish cuisine. The dish is characterized by its savory and tangy flavor profile, achieved through marination and slow cooking. Traditionally, adobo can be made with various proteins, but chicken is the most common choice. It is typically served with steamed rice and is popular for both everyday meals and special occasions.

FilipinoPHmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
diced onions
chicken thighs
garlic
bay leaves
peppercorns
soy sauce or tamari
water
rice vinegar

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Lower sodium content or gluten-free option.

chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Lower fat or more budget-friendly.

1

Diced onions and transfer them to the bottom of your slow cooker.

2

Top with chicken thighs in an even layer.

3

Crush garlic cloves.

4

Wrap crushed garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns in a coffee filter (or cheesecloth) to keep spices contained.

5

Place the bag of spices on top of the chicken.

6

Stir together soy sauce or tamari, water, and rice vinegar.

7

Pour the mixture over the chicken and onions.

8

Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours.

9

Transfer the chicken, onions, and sauce into a bowl of rice and beans and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

slow cooker

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Adobong Manok

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