Adobo sauce served with grilled chicken and rice

Filipino Adobo Sauce

Adobo sauce is one of the most well-known dishes in Filipino cuisine, born from the meeting of local flavors and Spanish cooking. This sauce perfectly harmonizes the savory taste of soy sauce, the sour notes of rice vinegar, and the aroma of garlic. The recipe has been passed down through generations and remains a popular element of home kitchens and restaurants. Adobo sauce is the perfect complement to a family dinner or special occasions.

Prep Time 10 min
Preparation 20 min
Total 30 min
180 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 4
100 ml Soy Sauce
50 ml Rice Vinegar
5 cloves Garlic
2 Bay Leaves
1 tsp Whole Black Peppercorns
200 ml Water
20 g Brown Sugar
30 ml Oil

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Mince the garlic finely. Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

    2

    Sauté the garlic until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

    3

    Add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, water, brown sugar, bay leaves, and whole black peppercorns. Stir well to combine.

    4

    Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

    5

    Remove the bay leaves and taste the sauce. Adjust the seasoning with salt or sugar as needed.

    6

    Serve with grilled or steamed chicken and rice for an authentic Filipino experience.