How to Cook the Best Filipino Adobo

Filipino adobo is a popular dish in the Philippines, made with meat or poultry, soy sauce, vinegar, and other seasonings. Here’s a simple recipe to make Filipino adobo:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken or pork, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1/3 cup vinegar
• 1 head of garlic, minced
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp cooking oil
• 1 cup water

Instructions:

1. In a pot or deep pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
2. Add the meat to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaf, ground black pepper, and water to the pot. Stir to combine.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the meat is tender and the sauce has thickened.
5. Serve hot with rice and garnish with sliced scallions or chopped cilantro.

Note: Some variations of Filipino adobo include adding sugar, ginger, or coconut milk. Feel free to experiment with the recipe to suit your taste preferences.