PARK ADOBO RECIPES

Here are a few different adobo recipes, showcasing the variations in this popular dish across different cuisines:

Classic Filipino Chicken Adobo

Ingredients:

• 1 whole chicken, cut into serving pieces
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 1 head garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp black peppercorns
• 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tbsp cooking oil

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, marinate the chicken pieces in soy sauce and half of the minced garlic for at least 30 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the remaining garlic and onion, and sauté until fragrant.
3. Add the marinated chicken pieces (reserve the marinade) and cook until they are browned on all sides.
4. Pour in the reserved marinade, vinegar, water, bay leaves, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil.
5. Lower the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
6. Optionally, add brown sugar to balance the acidity.
7. Serve hot with steamed rice.

Mexican Adobo

Ingredients:

• 4 dried guajillo chiles
• 2 dried ancho chiles
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into cubes
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 cup chicken broth

Instructions:

1. Remove the stems and seeds from the chiles. Soak them in hot water for 15 minutes until softened.
2. Blend the softened chiles with vinegar, garlic, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and cinnamon to form a smooth paste.
3. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the pork and cook until browned.
4. Add the onion and sauté until translucent.
5. Stir in the chile paste and cook for a few minutes until fragrant.
6. Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 1 hour or until the pork is tender.
7. Serve with rice or tortillas.

Puerto Rican Adobo Seasoning

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp onion powder
• 2 tbsp dried oregano
• 2 tbsp ground cumin
• 2 tbsp ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp turmeric (optional)
• 1 tbsp salt

Instructions:

1. Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl.
2. Store in an airtight container.
3. Use as a dry rub for meats or as a seasoning for stews and soups.

Feel free to try these recipes and enjoy the different flavors of adobo!