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Adobo

Philippines

The Filipino version predates Spanish colonisation. Every region, island and family has a distinct version.

The national dish — meat braised in vinegar, soy, garlic and bay leaves until tender and caramelised. Every family has their version.

Authentic Philippines Adobo recipe
Prep
15 mins
Cook
45 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
450 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

800gchicken pieces or pork belly
100mlwhite cane vinegar
60mlsoy sauce
1 headgarlic, crushed
4bay leaves
1 tspwhole black peppercorns
2 tbspoil

Method

1

Brown meat in oil. Remove. Fry garlic briefly. Return meat.

2

Add vinegar, soy, bay and peppercorns.

3

Simmer covered 30 minutes until tender.

4

Uncover. Simmer until sauce reduces and coats the meat.

Chef's Tip

Do not stir after adding the vinegar — let it simmer undisturbed for the first 10 minutes.

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