Classic Filipino Chicken Adobo

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Chicken thighs and drumsticks
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce
• 0.33 cup Cane vinegar or white vinegar
• 6 cloves Garlic, crushed
• 1 teaspoon Whole black peppercorns
• 3 pieces Dried bay leaves
• 1 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar(optional)
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
• 1 stalk Green onions, sliced(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine chicken, soy sauce, and crushed garlic; marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and sear the chicken pieces until browned on all sides.

3. 3

   Pour in the remaining marinade, water, peppercorns, and bay leaves; bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes until the chicken is tender.

5. 5

   Pour in the vinegar and allow it to simmer for 5 minutes without stirring to let the acidity mellow.

6. 6

   Stir in the brown sugar if using, and continue to simmer uncovered until the sauce thickens to your liking.

7. 7

   Taste and adjust seasoning, then remove the bay leaves before serving.

8. 8

   Serve hot over steamed white rice and garnish with sliced green onions.