**Chicken Adobo: A Filipino Culinary Delight**
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Filipino cuisine with chicken adobo, a beloved dish that seamlessly blends tangy, savory, and garlicky flavors. This quintessential Filipino dish is a symphony of chicken pieces simmered in a rich and flavorful sauce made from vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and bay leaves. Chicken adobo is not just a dish but a culinary tapestry that weaves together the country's history, culture, and traditions. This article presents a diverse collection of chicken adobo recipes, each offering unique interpretations of this classic dish. From the traditional version to modern variations, these recipes cater to every palate and skill level. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and experience the delectable essence of Filipino cuisine with chicken adobo.
FILIPINO-STYLE CHICKEN ADOBO RECIPE
Chicken adobo is a classic Filipino dish that's as savory as it is bright with acid, and it goes perfectly with a large platter of garlic fried rice.
Provided by Sho Spaeth
Categories Mains Quick Dinners
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat until shimmering. Blot chicken dry with paper towels, then season lightly all over with salt.
- To Serve : The chicken is best served after sitting overnight in the refrigerator (see notes), but it can also be served immediately, with steamed white rice or (preferably) garlic fried rice. The chicken pieces can also be briefly broiled before serving.
- To Broil Chicken Adobo: Adjust oven rack to 6 inches below broiler element and preheat broiler to high. Transfer chicken pieces to a paper towel-lined rimmed baking sheet and blot surface with more paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible; discard paper towels. Arrange chicken skin side up on the baking sheet and broil until chicken skin is crispy and lightly charred, about 2 minutes (keep an eye on the chicken to ensure it does not burn). Serve immediately with steamed white rice or (preferably) garlic fried rice, passing adobo sauce at the table.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 814 kcal, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 360 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 78 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 3865 mg, Sugar 0 g, Fat 30 g, ServingSize Serves 4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
ADOBO CHICKEN
Steps:
- For the chicken: Preheat 2 cast-iron grill pans over medium heat.
- Whisk together the ancho chile powder, New Mexican chile powder, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, orange juice, lime juice and season with salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Add the canola oil and whisk. Put the chicken in the marinade, turning the chicken to coat both sides.
- Grill the chicken until golden brown and slightly charred on one side, about 4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until the chicken is cooked through, about 4 more minutes; the juices should run clear and the meat thermometer should read 165 degrees F.
- Meanwhile, for the salad: Put the avocado, onions, cilantro, salt, pepper, lime juice and olive oil in a medium bowl. Fold the ingredients with a rubber spatula, gently breaking up the avocado in the process.
- To serve: Grill the tortillas on both sides until lightly marked and warmed through, about 10 seconds per side. Then fold in half and place on the side of a serving dish.
- Place the chicken in the center of the serving dish and top with a scoop of the salad. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice and garnish with a sprig of cilantro.
FILIPINO CHICKEN ADOBO
My mom always makes her saucy chicken adobo recipe when I come home to visit. I think it's even better the next day as leftovers-she says it's because of the vinegar. - Michael Moya, Taste of Home Senior Marketing Manager
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a shallow dish, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add chicken; refrigerate, covered, 20-30 minutes. Drain, reserving marinade. Pat chicken dry., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown chicken. Stir in water and reserved marinade. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until chicken is no longer pink and sauce is slightly reduced, 20-25 minutes. Discard bay leaf. If desired, serve chicken with cooking sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 1315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein.
CHICKEN ADOBO
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 2h57m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the marinade: In a medium bowl, combine the vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, red pepper flakes, and bay leaves. Whisk until the sugar has dissolved.
- Arrange the chicken in a single layer in a 9-by-13-by-2-inch glass baking dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken and refrigerate for 2 hours, turning the chicken over halfway through.
- Place the chicken and marinade in a large, high-sided skillet or Dutch oven and add the chicken broth. Bring the liquid to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 45 to 50 minutes, turning the chicken every 20 minutes, until cooked through and a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat registers 165 degrees F. Remove the chicken from the liquid and arrange on a serving platter. Discard the bay leaves and garlic cloves. Whisk the arrowroot and lime juice into the liquid and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour the sauce over the chicken or serve alongside as a dipping sauce. Sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro, if using, and garnish with lime wedges.
CHICKEN ADOBO
It is the national dish of the Philippines, and the subject of intense and delicious debate across its 7,100 islands whether made with chicken, pork or fish. Whichever, the protein is braised in vinegar until pungent and rich, sweet and sour and salty at once, then sometimes crisped at the edges in high heat, and always served with the remaining sauce. Its excellence derives from the balance of its flavors, in the alchemy of the process. Cooking softens the acidity of the vinegar, which then combines with the flavor of the meat to enhance it. Whether consumed in Manila's heat or on the edge of a New York winter, adobo holds the power to change moods and alter dining habits. It is a difficult dish to cook just once. The recipe that follows derives from one given to The Times in 2011 by Amy Besa, who runs, with her husband, Romy Dorotan, the excellent Purple Yam restaurant in Ditmas Park, Brooklyn.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories dinner, easy, weekday, main course
Time 4h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a large, nonreactive bowl or resealable plastic freezer bag. Add the chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate overnight or for at least 2 hours.
- Place chicken and marinade in a large lidded pot or Dutch oven over high heat and bring to a boil. Immediately reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and tender, around 30 minutes.
- Heat broiler. Transfer chicken pieces to a large bowl, raise heat under the pot to medium-high, and reduce the sauce until it achieves almost the consistency of cream, about 10 minutes. Remove bay leaves and chilies.
- Place chicken pieces on a roasting pan and place under broiler for 5 to 7 minutes, until they begin to caramelize. Remove, turn chicken, baste with sauce and repeat, 3 to 5 minutes more. Return chicken to sauce and cook for a few minutes more, then place on a platter and drizzle heavily with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1036, UnsaturatedFat 42 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 78 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 69 grams, SaturatedFat 29 grams, Sodium 1209 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Use a large pot that can hold all of the ingredients comfortably.
- Use a good quality soy sauce. A dark soy sauce will give the chicken a richer color and flavor.
- If you don't have any vinegar on hand, you can use lemon juice or calamansi juice instead.
- Add the bay leaves and peppercorns to the pot whole. This will help to infuse the chicken with flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pot. If you're cooking a lot of chicken, cook it in batches.
- Cook the chicken until it is fall-off-the-bone tender. This will take about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Serve the chicken adobo with steamed rice and your favorite vegetables.
Conclusion:
Chicken adobo is a classic Filipino dish that is easy to make and full of flavor. With its simple ingredients and delicious taste, it's no wonder that this dish is a favorite among Filipinos all over the world. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken adobo a try. You won't be disappointed!
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