Description
A traditional Filipino dish featuring chicken braised in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and bay leaves, resulting in tender meat with a savory and tangy flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs and drumsticks
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides.
- Pour in the soy sauce, vinegar, water, peppercorns, and bay leaves.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Serve hot with rice.
Notes
For a richer flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce and garlic for at least 1 hour before cooking. Adjust vinegar to taste for tanginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 30g