Filipino Tuna Panga (Jaw) Adobo Recipe

Name: Filipino Tuna Panga (Jaw) Adobo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 kg tuna jaw, cut into cubes; 1 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup vinegar; 3 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 medium garlic, minced; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 piece bay leaf; 1 pinch black pepper; 1 cup water; 3 tbsp sugar

Servings: persons

1
Saute the garlic and onion for 5 minutes in a deep pan.
2
Add the cut up tuna jaw.
3
Saute for 15 minutes or until the tuna is medium cooked.
4
Add oyster sauce.
5
Mix well with the tuna, ensuring each gets coated.
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Add soy sauce and water.
7
Add bay leaf and pepper.
8
Simmer in low heat for 15 minutes.
9
Add vinegar and sugar.
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Simmer for 5 more minutes.
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Do a taste test.
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Note that adobo has so many varieties, depending on the preference of the cook.
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(My husband has a different mixture compared to mine) If it's too flavorful for you, add a little bit more water.
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If it's too salty for your taste, add more water or vinegar.
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If you think it's a dull combination of salty and sour, add a tablespoon of sugar.
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Remember, the trick to a perfect adobo is a balanced flavor of sweet, sour and salty.
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You may add some chillis if you want it spicy.
18
Serve hot over rice.

429

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 kg tuna jaw, cut into cubes, 1 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup vinegar, 3 tbsp oyster sauce, and more.

Yes, Filipino Tuna Panga (Jaw) Adobo falls under the Seafood 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.

Filipino Tuna Panga (Jaw) Adobo

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