Chicken Adobo

Adobong Manok

Ingredients9

• chicken thighs and drumsticks1 kg
• cane vinegar120 ml
• soy sauce80 ml
• garlic8 cloves
• bay leaves3
• black peppercorns1 tsp
• water60 ml
• cooking oil1 tbsp
• salt1/2 tsp

Method

1. Crush the garlic lightly and leave the cloves mostly whole. Pat the chicken dry.
2. Put the chicken, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, water, and salt in a pot. Do not stir.
3. Bring to a boil uncovered, then lower the heat, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes until the chicken is tender.
4. Remove the chicken and set aside. Simmer the sauce until it reduces and thickens slightly.
5. Heat the oil in a pan and brown the chicken on all sides.
6. Return the chicken to the sauce and simmer a few minutes more so the pieces are coated. Serve with rice.