Best 5 Popular Filipino Adobo Recipes

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Adobo, a quintessential Filipino dish of meat stewed in a flavorful blend of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and bay leaves. This beloved dish holds a special place in Filipino cuisine, with countless variations passed down through generations. It's a dish that embodies the essence of Filipino cooking – simple, hearty, and bursting with bold flavors. Delve into a culinary journey of three distinct adobo recipes: the classic chicken adobo, the savory pork adobo, and the versatile vegetable adobo.

The chicken adobo is the most iconic rendition, featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich and tangy sauce. Pork adobo offers a more robust flavor profile, with succulent pork belly or shoulder braised in a savory and slightly sweet sauce. For a lighter yet equally flavorful option, the vegetable adobo showcases a delightful medley of vegetables bathed in a vibrant adobo sauce. These recipes are your gateway to experiencing the very best of Filipino adobo, each offering a unique flavor adventure. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, embrace the simplicity and depth of Filipino adobo and let its flavors captivate your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FILIPINO-STYLE CHICKEN ADOBO RECIPE



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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

1 tablespoon (15ml) canola oil or other neutral oil
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken legs, separated into thighs and drumsticks (about 2 1/2 pounds; 1.15kg)
Kosher salt
8 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 whole fresh bay leaves (or 3 whole dried bay leaves)
1 1/2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
1 1/4 cups (300ml) water
1 cup (240ml) soy sauce
1 cup (240ml) rice vinegar (see note)
Steamed white rice or garlic fried rice , for serving

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

FILIPINO CHICKEN ADOBO



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This one-pot Filipino Chicken Adobo recipe from Food Network uses only a handful of ingredients, including garlic and soy sauce.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 to 5 pounds chicken thighs
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
3 bay leaves
Steamed rice, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken thighs, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, peppercorns and bay leaves in a large pot. Cover and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 1 to 3 hours.
  • Bring the chicken to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat, cover and let simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove the lid and simmer until the sauce is reduced and thickened and the chicken is tender, about 20 more minutes. Serve with steamed rice.

FILIPINO CHICKEN ADOBO



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Traditional filipino chicken adobo! I always make enough to last a week! This is also great with my savory garlic fried rice recipe (optional)

Provided by Mebriella

Categories     Stew

Time 2h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs chicken, of your choice (bone-in or boneless)
3/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/16 teaspoon msg
1 large onion, sliced (optional)
2 bay leaves

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a big stock pot.
  • Put in all your ingredients, you don't have to mix, it will mix when it boils.
  • After you add the ingredients, put in enough water to cover the chicken.
  • Bring to a full boil.
  • Once it starts boiling, turn the heat down (medium-high heat) enough to where it's a soft boil (boiling but not over boiling out of pot) and cover with lid but with a crack.
  • Stir every half hour or so.
  • Let it boil all the way until there is about only 1 inch of liquid left. This is usually about an hour to an hour and a half.
  • The chicken should also be dark brown all the way through, if the meat is still whitish then you need to cook it longer.
  • Add the sliced onions and stir if using.
  • Cook for only 5 min just enough for the onions to turn soft.
  • Serve alone or with cooked white rice or my savory garlic fried rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.2, Fat 34.2, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 170.1, Sodium 3175.8, Carbohydrate 3.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.9, Protein 47.9

FILIPINO CHICKEN ADOBO



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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

1 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 whole garlic bulb, smashed and peeled
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 bay leaf
2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup water

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.

POPULAR FILIPINO ADOBO



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Make and share this Popular Filipino Adobo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mariz48746

Categories     Filipino

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs pork shoulder (or chicken drumstick or Both)
1 large chopped onion
6 -8 diced garlic cloves
2 -3 bay leaves
1 cup water
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup vinegar
16 ounces pineapple chunks in juice
2 -3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon black pepper
salt
1/4 cup chopped spring onion (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in a pot.
  • Cook in a medium heat for 45 minutes to 1 hr or till meat is very tender.
  • Garnish with chopped spring onions (optional).
  • Best served with rice.

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the meat from sticking.
  • Brown the meat before stewing it. This will help to develop flavor and color.
  • Use a combination of vinegar and soy sauce. This will give the adobo its characteristic tangy and savory flavor.
  • Add garlic, onions, and bay leaves. These ingredients will help to add flavor and aroma to the dish.
  • Simmer the adobo for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the adobo with rice. This is the traditional way to serve adobo in the Philippines.

Conclusion:

Adobo is a delicious and versatile Filipino dish that can be made with a variety of different meats and vegetables. It is a great dish to serve for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal. If you are looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, I encourage you to give adobo a try. You won't be disappointed!

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