How to Make Adobo Twist - A Step-by-Step Guide

Adobo is a classic Filipino dish that has been enjoyed for generations. The traditional recipe typically consists of marinated meat, usually chicken or pork, that is simmered in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and bay leaves. The result is a savory, tangy, and slightly sweet dish that is loved by many.

For those who enjoy experimenting with flavors and adding their own twist to traditional recipes, this Adobo Twist recipe is sure to become a new favorite. This recip...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 head garlic, crushed
  • 2 pounds pork belly, cut into 1-inch squares
  • ¾ cup soy sauce, or to taste
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 ½ teaspoons whole black peppercorns
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ¼ cup cane vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar, or more to taste
  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried basil leaves, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 4-ounce servings

  • Heat oil in a skillet over high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add pork; cook just until evenly browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Stir in soy sauce, water, peppercorns, and bay leaves. Reduce heat to low and cover stockpot. Cook until liquid is at a simmer, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Uncover stockpot, add vinegar, and cook without stirring until vinegar dissipates and liquid thickens, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in brown sugar and basil, cover stock pot, and cook until pork is tender and cooking liquid has thickened to sauce consistency, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    288 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 41mg
    • Sodium: 2221mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 38mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 350mg