Adobo Filipino Style
Experience the quintessential comfort food of the Philippines with this mouthwatering Adobo Filipino Style recipe, a harmonious blend of tangy, savory, and mildly sweet flavors. Made with tender chicken thighs or succulent pork belly, this dish is simmered to perfection in a rich marinade of soy sauce, white vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, and whole black peppercorns. The caramelized sear on the meat enhances the depth of flavor, while a hint of optional brown sugar balances the tangy sauce beautifully. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot wonder requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. Serve this iconic Filipino stew over steamed rice, and let its bold, comforting taste transport you to a tropical paradise. Perfect for weeknight dinners or as a show-stopping centerpiece for family gatherings, this traditional adobo recipe is a must-try! Keywords: Adobo Filipino Style, classic Filipino recipes, chicken adobo, pork adobo, easy Filipino dishes, Filipino stew, savory comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 kg Chicken thighs or pork belly
- 120 ml Soy sauce
- 60 ml White vinegar
- 6 Garlic cloves, minced
- 3 Bay leaves
- 1 tbsp Whole black peppercorns
- 120 ml Water
- 2 tbsp Cooking oil
- 1 tsp Brown sugar (optional)
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, and half of the minced garlic. Add the chicken thighs or pork belly, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for better flavor).
Heat the cooking oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Remove the meat from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and sear the pieces until lightly browned on all sides. This step helps lock in the flavor.
Add the remaining garlic to the pot and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour the reserved marinade into the pot, followed by the water, bay leaves, and whole black peppercorns. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with salt or a pinch of brown sugar, if needed, to balance the tanginess.
Remove the lid and allow the adobo to simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes to reduce the sauce to your desired thickness.
Serve hot over steamed rice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
669 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.5 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 232 mg | 77% | |
| Sodium | 1494 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 51.2 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 740 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
