Filipino Chicken Adobo

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup soy sauce
• 0.33 cup cane vinegar or white vinegar
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
• 3 dried bay leaves
• 1 tsp brown sugar(optional)
• 1 tbsp cooking oil
• 1 cup water

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine chicken, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or ideally overnight in the refrigerator.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade (save the liquid) and brown the chicken pieces on both 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 25-30 minutes until chicken is tender.

5. 5

   Pour in the vinegar. Do not stir immediately; let it simmer for 5 minutes to cook off the raw acidic taste.

6. 6

   Add brown sugar if using. Stir and simmer uncovered for another 5-10 minutes until the sauce reduces and thickens to your liking.

7. 7

   Serve hot over steamed white rice.