Adobong Puti - Foxy Folksy Pinoy Recipes (2024)

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Tangy and savory with garlicky flavors, Adobong Puti is another traditional way of making our beloved adobo minus the soy sauce. It is super simple to make and is equally delicious!

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You might not be as familiar with this dish as you are with its more popular darker version, but if you like the conventional Chicken Adobo, you definitely will love this Adobong Puti. It is a vinegar-only version of Adobo but equally delicious with bold flavors. Perfect with lots of steamed rice for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

  • What Is Adobong Puti?
  • Other Must-try Chicken Recipes
  • Ingredients You'll Need
  • Recipe Video
  • Foxy Cooking Tips
  • Storing Adobong Puti
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What Is Adobong Puti?

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Also called Adobo sa Puti (White Adobo) or Arobong Maputi in Kapampangan, this variation is characterized by its clear sauce, thus its name. This is because of the absence of soy sauce. This traditional way of cooking adobo is similar to how the Spanish make Adobar, a way to preserve meat using vinegar and spices. This is also where adobo got its name; the Spaniards were reminded of how they marinate and preserve their food when they saw how our ancestors cooked the dish. However, while the Spanish version uses paprika and oregano, this recipe uses bay leaves and fish sauce.

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Ingredients You'll Need

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  • Oil- any type of neutral oil is okay.
  • Aromatics normally used are garlic, onion, peppercorns, and bay leaves.
  • Chicken- various bone-in chicken parts cut into serving pieces but if you want the healthier version, then chicken breast is also fine.
  • Fish sauce- this is optional, but it will add nice umami and briny flavors to the dish. If you do not have this, you can just add more salt to the dish. No worries, it will not make it taste fishy at all!
  • Vinegar – you can use distilled white vinegar. However, other types like cane and apple cider vinegar will also work, especially if you like to mellow down the tanginess.
  • Additional whole garlic head with the top trimmed. This will give the clear sauce a robust garlicky flavor!
  • Salt and pepper- to taste if needed

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Foxy Cooking Tips

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  • Sear the chicken pieces until the edges are lightly golden. Do not cook them thoroughly because they will continue to cook as you simmer them in vinegar.
  • Once the vinegar is added, refrain from stirring for a few minutes until the sharp acidity burns off.
  • Only use low heat for a slow simmer until the meat absorbs the delicious flavors from the spices and vinegar without drying out quickly. This will also allow the chicken to produce its own oil and juices until the clear sauce becomes thicker.
  • Do not wash the pan where you cooked the Adobong Puti right away. Instead, use it to fry your rice to give it a nice flavor!
  • Make your Adobong Puti more substantial by adding potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, or chicken liver.
  • Not a fan of chicken? You can also use pork belly or other pork cuts to make your Adobong Puti.
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Storing Adobong Puti

Since it is cooked in vinegar, this dish is great for occasions where space in fridge is limited. It is great dish to bring on potlucks and picnics.

It is also great for advance meal prepping as it can last in the fridge or freezer for a long time. I actually love the taste better after it is reheated a day or two after it is cooked.

Place leftover Adobong Puti in a lidded container and refrigerate for up to five days or more, or freeze it for a couple of months.

Reheat on a stovetop by placing leftovers in a saucepan and simmer until heated through. Or just pop in the microwave and heat on high at 1-minute intervals.

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Adobong Puti Recipe

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Tangy and savory with garlicky flavors, Adobong Puti is an unconventional yet flavorful way of making our beloved adobo minus the soy sauce. It is super simple to make and is equally delicious!

Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Cook Time: 45 minutes mins

Total Time: 50 minutes mins

Course :Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Servings =6

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoon oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2-2.5 pounds chicken various cuts
  • 3 tablespoon fish sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon peppercorns cracked
  • 8 fluid oz. (1 cup) vinegar
  • 1 head garlic top trimmed
  • 3 pieces bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste if needed

Instructions

  • 3 tablespoon oil, 2 cloves garlic, 1 small onion

    In a pan or wok, heat oil over medium heat. Saute onion and minced garlic until limp and aromatic.

  • 2-2.5 pounds chicken, 3 tablespoon fish sauce, 1 teaspoon peppercorns

    Add chicken pieces. Season with fish sauce and add the peppercorns. Cover and let it cook, turning once or twice until the edges turn light brown. Juices will come out from the chicken.

  • 1 head garlic, 3 pieces bay leaves, 8 fluid oz. (1 cup) vinegar

    Lower heat to low. Add the bay leaves and whole garlic, and then pour in the vinegar. Let it simmer uncovered for at least 5 minutes without stirring.

  • Salt and pepper

    Cover and let it cook for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is tender. If needed, season with salt and pepper.

  • Remove the cover and simmer for another 8-10 minutes still in low heat to greatly reduce the liquids to a thick sauce.

  • Transfer to a serving plate and serve with hot steamed rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 263kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 16gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 775mgPotassium: 231mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 149IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 1mg

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FAQs

What are the 2 versions of adobo? ›

Based on the main ingredients, the most common adobo types are adobong manók, in which chicken is used, and adobong baboy, in which pork is used.

What kind of vinegar is used in Filipino adobo? ›

The traditional Filipino chicken adobo generally uses palm vinegar. However, unless you live in a major city with massive access to all sorts of pan-Asian ingredients, you're not likely to find that in your local market. My stepmother, who passed on this recipe to me, suggested white wine vinegar as a good substitute.

How long does Filipino adobo last in the fridge? ›

Due to its acidity, adobo can last up to a week in the fridge or up to 6 months in the freezer 一 a bit longer than a simple roasted chicken, which typically keeps 3 to 4 days. You'll notice that the chicken fat separates and solidifies as it cools, creating almost a lid like you would see aspic on pate or duck confit.

Is Filipino adobo the same as Mexican adobo? ›

Filipino Adobo is an indigenous dish that received a Spanish name because it reminded the Spaniards of how they marinated and preserved meat with spices. They are not the same, but they are similar because each culture needed to preserve and flavor food so it wouldn't rot.

What are the original ingredients in adobo? ›

In the Philippines, which was claimed by the Spanish in 1521, adobo is most often a braise featuring vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves, and black peppercorns—the ratio of which is dictated by both your family's palate and your own.

Is adobo Spanish or Filipino? ›

Filipino adobo is a stew

In the Philippines, the concept of adobo was around long before the Spanish arrived in 1521. Like the native people of the Iberian Peninsula, indigenous people in the Philippines had long used vinegar and salt to preserve proteins.

What happens if you put too much vinegar in adobo? ›

How do you fix sour adobo? This is a simple fix. To offset too much vinegar, add soy sauce and water. Here's why: In the "parts" recipe, you combine 1 part soy sauce, 1/2 a part water, and 1/2 a part vinegar, along with 5 or 6 peppercorns, a bay leaf, and a crushed clove of garlic.

Is apple cider vinegar or white vinegar better for adobo? ›

What is Filipino adobo sauce made of? Soy Sauce: I like to use low-sodium soy sauce, but regular works too. Vinegar: Use a third cup of apple cider vinegar, white vinegar can also be used. Garlic: Crush a small head of garlic – about eight garlic cloves.

Can I use Datu Puti vinegar for adobo? ›

I use Datu Puti vinegar when making any variation of adobo. you'll want to use Sarap-Asim (Datu Puti) vinegar and Lauriat soy sauce. Get ready for this garlicky, slightly tangy + sweet deliciousness you're about to create. This may end up being a staple dish at your home–you've been warned.

Why is Filipino adobo so good? ›

On the other hand, the Filipino adobo base is comprised almost exclusively of vinegar, which not only flavors but also tenderizes the meat.

How to know if adobo is spoiled? ›

If the Chicken Adobo has gone bad, you will likely notice some changes. The vibrant brown hue of the sauce may dull, and there may be a thin layer of mold on the surface. Another sign is the smell. The chicken might develop a sour or off-putting aroma, far from the savory, tangy smell you're familiar with.

What Filipino food can last without refrigeration? ›

Tinapa is a smoke-cured fish while tuyo, daing, and dangit are corned, sun-dried fish popular because they can last for weeks without spoiling, even without refrigeration.

What is the national dish of the Philippines? ›

In the Philippines, adobo is considered the unofficial national dish, taking many forms across the country, but the base ingredients for the stew are typically the same: vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, black pepper and bay leaves, along with some kind of marinated meat or vegetables.

What spice is closest to adobo? ›

A suitable substitute for adobo seasoning is a blend of common spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Alternatively, you can try using Cajun seasoning or mild curry powder to achieve a similar flavor profile.

Does adobo have MSG? ›

Yes and no, many companies that make and sell adobo seasoning do put MSG in their seasoning blend, along with a host of other ingredients you probably do not want in your food. But Seasonest is not one of those companies. Seasonest Adobo seasoning is a savory blend of pure, fresh, organic herbs and spices.

What is the difference between adobo and humba? ›

Humba. Description of ICH: Humba is a stewed pork dish with similarities to Filipino Adobo. Although the two dishes resembles in terms of appearance, Humba is sweet, sour, and salty all at once in taste while Adobo is sour and salty.

What are the different types of adobo sauce? ›

There are two types of adobo on the island. The wet rub, adobo mojado, consists of crushed garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, dry or fresh lippia (Caribbean oregan), citrus juice and vinegar. More widely used on the island is a dry mix, adobo seco. It is easier to prepare and has a long shelf life.

Is all adobo seasoning the same? ›

The exact mix can vary—some adobo blends may contain turmeric, touches of fiery heat like cayenne, or citrus elements such as dried lemon zest.

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