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ULTIMATE CHICKEN ADOBO RECIPE | AUTHENTIC FILIPINO FLAVOR

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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
3 lbs chicken
2 cups potatoes, diced
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 medium onion, chopped
6 cloves garlic, minced
3 bay leaves
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup vinegar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

Marinate chicken in soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves, and pepper (exact quantities not specified).

2

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat.

3

Add marinated chicken and sear until browned on all sides.

4

Pour in the marinade and add water to cover the chicken (exact quantities not specified).

5

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until chicken is tender (exact time not specified).

6

Serve hot with rice.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

potbowlmeasuring cupsspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Adobong Manok

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