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Prep Time:35 minsAdditional Time:1 hrTotal Time:1 hr 35 minsServings:5Yield:5 servingsJump to Nutrition Facts
Prep Time:35 minsAdditional Time:1 hrTotal Time:1 hr 35 minsServings:5Yield:5 servings
Prep Time:35 mins
Prep Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:1 hr
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:1 hr 35 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 35 mins
Servings:5
Servings:
5
Yield:5 servings
Yield:
5 servings
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Nutrition Notes
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients2tablespoonscanola oil5chicken drumsticks (about 1 3/4 pounds)5bone-in chicken thighs (about 1 3/4 pounds)1largeyellow onion, quartered and sliced 1/4 inch thick8clovesgarlic, smashed5bay leaves¼teaspoonwhole black peppercorns1cupcane vinegar (see Tips) or unseasoned rice vinegar⅓cupreduced-sodium soy sauce
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Ingredients
2tablespoonscanola oil
5chicken drumsticks (about 1 3/4 pounds)
5bone-in chicken thighs (about 1 3/4 pounds)
1largeyellow onion, quartered and sliced 1/4 inch thick
8clovesgarlic, smashed
5bay leaves
¼teaspoonwhole black peppercorns
1cupcane vinegar (see Tips) or unseasoned rice vinegar
⅓cupreduced-sodium soy sauce
Directions
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large pot over medium heat until it starts to shimmer. Add 5 drumsticks and cook until brown on all sides, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Add 5 thighs to the pot and cook until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to the plate with the drumsticks.
Add 1 onion, 8 garlic cloves, 5 bay leaves and 1/4 teaspoon peppercorns to the pot; cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic just begins to brown, about 3 minutes. Add 1 cup vinegar and 1/3 cup soy sauce and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits. Return the chicken to the pot and turn to coat with the sauce. Reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is very tender, about 1 hour.
Frequently Asked QuestionsAdobo is a stew in the Philippines, but in other countries, it could be chile paste, a dry spice blend, a marinade or a process of marinating meat.If a recipe doesn’t specify “fresh” bay leaves, use dried ones. Dried bay leaves provide a subtle herbal flavor, which is desired for most recipes, while fresh ones have a stronger aroma and may taste bitter. Both should always be removed from the dish before serving, as they can be thick, brittle or sharp and cause injuries if swallowed. Dried leaves can stay good for up to 2 years in an airtight container in a cabinet or freezer, while fresh ones last about a week in a sealed bag in the fridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Adobo is a stew in the Philippines, but in other countries, it could be chile paste, a dry spice blend, a marinade or a process of marinating meat.
If a recipe doesn’t specify “fresh” bay leaves, use dried ones. Dried bay leaves provide a subtle herbal flavor, which is desired for most recipes, while fresh ones have a stronger aroma and may taste bitter. Both should always be removed from the dish before serving, as they can be thick, brittle or sharp and cause injuries if swallowed. Dried leaves can stay good for up to 2 years in an airtight container in a cabinet or freezer, while fresh ones last about a week in a sealed bag in the fridge.
EatingWell Magazine, March/April 2018
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)432Calories27gFat6gCarbs40gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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Carrie Myers, M.S.
andLinda Frahm
Linda Frahm
