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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
900g chicken
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup vinegar
1 onion, minced
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon sugar
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon whole peppercorn
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
2 cups water
cooking oil

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, vinegar, minced onion, crushed garlic, sugar, bay leaves, whole peppercorn, garlic powder, and ground pepper for at least 30 minutes.

2

Heat cooking 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.

5

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until chicken is tender.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Adobong Manok

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