Adobo

Ingredients

• 500 g chicken thighsSubstitute: chicken drumsticks
• 500 g pork bellySubstitute: pork shoulder
• 120 ml soy sauceSubstitute: tamari
• 120 ml white vinegarSubstitute: cane vinegar
• 12 cloves garlic
• 5 pieces bay leaves
• 1 tbsp black peppercornsSubstitute: cracked black pepper
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine soy sauce, vinegar, crushed garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns in a large pot.

2. 2

   Add chicken and pork pieces, toss to coat, and marinate 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook 35 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove meat from the sauce. Heat oil in a pan and sear the meat until browned on all sides.

5. 5

   Reduce the braising liquid by half over medium-high heat until thick and glossy.

6. 6

   Return meat to the sauce, toss to coat. Serve over steamed white rice.