Adobong Baboy at Manok Recipe

Preparation:

1. Cut the meat into serving portions. Set aside.

2. Peel the garlic and mince it, then peel and chop the onion.

Cooking:

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and saute until softened, then add the minced garlic and saute until fragrant.

2. Add the pork and cook until it is lightly browned and its fats start rendering. Stirring occasionally is required while cooking for 5 minutes.

3. Add the chicken, then cook it while stirring occasionally, until it is just lightly browned.

4. Add the soy sauce and stir while cooking. Then add the vinegar and allow it to boil uncovered without stirring for 2 to 3 minutes. After 3 minutes, stir.

5. Add water, peppercorns, and dried bay leaves. Bring to a boil for 2 minutes.

6. Lower the heat, cover them, and simmer for about an hour or until the meat is tender and the sauce is reduced.

7. Add oyster sauce (optional).

8. Add sugar to balance the taste. Cook for 2 minutes.

9. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust accordingly.  Then, simmer until the desired amount of sauce is reached.

   Note: Filipino adobo dishes are best served with a thick and sticky sauce.

10. Transfer to a serving dish. Serve with a pair of steaming rice. Share and enjoy your meal.

    Happy cooking!