Filipino Adobo Pork or Chicken with Slow Cooker Variation
Experience the bold, savory, and tangy flavors of *Filipino Adobo Pork or Chicken*, a beloved classic that brings the heart of Filipino cuisine to your kitchen. This versatile recipe pairs tender pork belly or succulent chicken thighs with a rich, aromatic marinade made from soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns, all gently simmered to perfection. The magic happens as the meat absorbs the flavorful sauce, creating a dish that’s both comforting and irresistibly delicious. For added convenience, this recipe includes a slow cooker variation, making it a perfect hands-off option for busy days. With optional potatoes for a hearty twist and best served over steamed rice, it’s sure to be a hit at your dining table. Whether you’re a fan of traditional cooking methods or looking for slow-cooked simplicity, this recipe is your gateway to authentic Filipino comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork belly or chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.5 cup soy sauce
- 0.5 cup white vinegar
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 0.5 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 2 optional potatoes, peeled and quartered
Instructions
Combine the soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and brown sugar in a large bowl or a resealable bag. Add the pork belly or chicken thighs, ensuring the meat is fully coated in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to overnight for best flavor.
In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat. Remove the meat from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and sear it in batches until browned on all sides. Set aside.
Reduce heat to medium, and return the meat to the pot. Pour in the reserved marinade and water. Add the optional potatoes, if using.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 60-90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender and the sauce has slightly thickened.
For the slow cooker variation: After searing the meat, transfer it along with the reserved marinade, water, and optional potatoes into a slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional soy sauce or vinegar, if needed.
Serve hot with steamed rice, spooning the sauce over the top. Enjoy this Filipino classic!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.0 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.7 g | 218% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 163 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 1327 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 25.7 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 779 mg | 17% | |
*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.
