Master the art of Filipino chicken adobo with this simple, savory technique
In short: This guide demonstrates how to prepare traditional chicken adobo, a classic dish defined by its rich, dark glaze. By balancing vinegar, soy sauce, and sugar, you can achieve a perfectly tender result that pairs beautifully with steamed rice.
The process begins by browning bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks in a hot wok or saucepan. Once the meat is lightly colored, it is simmered in a mixture of vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and both ground and whole black peppercorns. This combination creates a deep, savory flavor profile that characterizes the dish.
Cooking requires about 30 minutes of simmering under a cover, followed by additional time to ensure the chicken is fully tender. The final step involves reducing the sauce until it forms a thick, dark glaze that coats the chicken pieces, highlighting the interplay between the acidity of the vinegar and the sweetness of the sugar.
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