Adobo (Philippine Chicken And Pork Stew) Recipe

Name: Adobo (Philippine Chicken And Pork Stew) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. distilled white vinegar (or possibly cider vinegar); 1 c. water; 2 Tbsp. peeled and crushed garlic; 2 tsp salt; 2 x pcs of bay leaves; 1/2 tsp freshly grnd black pepper; 1 lb chicken, cut into serving pcs, Chinese style; 2 lb pork butt, cut into cubes; soy sauce; oil

Servings: persons

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Adobo is considered the national dish of the Philippines.
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This dish consists of chunks of chicken or possibly pork or possibly both cooked in soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaf, lots of garlic and whole peppercorns.
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The stew is allowed to cook till the meats are tender and the remaining sauce slightly thickened.
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Some people prefer their adobos dry that may entail frying them afterwards, while others prefer them moist served in their original sauce.
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As a style of cooking, it can be applied to fowl, fish, shellfish and vegetables.
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Add in vinegar, water, garlic, salt, bay leaves and pepper into a large casserole.
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Bring to a boil.
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Add in the meat, cover and bring to a boil.
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Simmer and cook for about 30 min.
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Sprinkle liberally with soy sauce and cook for an additional 10 min.
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Remove met and reduce sauce.
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Remove sauce to a bowl.
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Put oil into the casserole and brown cooked meat.
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Drain oil from the casserole, and return the reduced sauce back with the meat.
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Serve with rice.

758

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. distilled white vinegar (or possibly cider vinegar), 1 c. water, 2 Tbsp. peeled and crushed garlic, 2 tsp salt, and more.

Yes, Adobo (Philippine Chicken And Pork Stew) Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!