AAPI month: Cook traditional Filipino dishes

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is a plant-based alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds a unique sweetness.

Marinate chicken in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns for at least 30 minutes.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add marinated chicken and onion; sauté until chicken is browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in the marinade and water; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.

Optional: Add potatoes and carrots; cook until tender, about 10-15 minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning with sugar and additional soy sauce if desired.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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