Authentic Chicken Adobo Recipe
Chicken Adobo Recipe
Chef Priya: "Nisha, I’m so excited for today’s recipe! We’re making Chicken Adobo, a classic Filipino dish that’s loved worldwide. It’s savory, tangy, and slightly sweet. What do you say, shall we dive into it?"
Chef Nisha: "Absolutely, Priya! Chicken Adobo is such a flavorful dish. The combination of vinegar, soy sauce, and spices really makes it stand out. I can’t wait to get started!"
Ingredients:
- For the Marinade:
- 1 kg chicken (cut into pieces)
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp peppercorns
- Salt to taste
- For Cooking:
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 1 large potato (sliced into rounds, optional)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp sugar
- Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
Steps:
Chef Priya: "Alright, Nisha, let’s start by marinating the chicken. In a bowl, combine the chicken with soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, bay leaf, peppercorns, and a pinch of salt. Let it sit and marinate for at least 30 minutes to let those flavors really sink in!"
Chef Nisha: "That’s going to give the chicken such a great base flavor, Priya! While the chicken marinates, let’s prepare our cooking station. We’ll be frying the chicken a little to get that perfect texture before simmering it in the delicious sauce!"
Chef Priya: "Exactly! Now, let’s heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, we can add the marinated chicken pieces and cook them for about 5-7 minutes, or until they’re lightly browned on all sides."
Chef Nisha: "Mmm, the smell is amazing already! After the chicken gets a good sear, remove it from the pan. In the same pan, add the sliced onions and cook them until they become soft and translucent. The onions will add sweetness to the dish."
Chef Priya: "Now, let’s return the chicken to the pan, along with the marinade. Add in a little water and a teaspoon of sugar to balance the flavors. Let it simmer for about 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender."
Chef Nisha: "This is looking so delicious, Priya! You can also add the sliced potatoes at this point, which will soak up all the wonderful flavors of the sauce."
Chef Priya: "Once everything’s tender and the sauce thickens, it’s time to serve! Garnish with some fresh parsley or cilantro for that final touch."
Chef Nisha: "This looks absolutely amazing, Priya! I love how the vinegar and soy sauce bring out such rich flavors in the chicken. It’s the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy!"
Chef Priya: "I couldn’t agree more, Nisha. Chicken Adobo is truly a crowd-pleaser! Serve it with steamed rice for an authentic Filipino meal."
Chef Nisha: "Absolutely, Priya! I’m sure this will be a hit at any dinner table. Enjoy, everyone!"
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