Adobong Manok (Braised Chicken in Tangy Sauce)

Ingredients :

• 1 lb. chicken, cut into serving pieces
• 1/3 cup white vinegar
• 2 to 3 tbsp. soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. crushed garlic
• 2 bay leaf
• salt to taste
• 1/4 tsp. pepper (or 1 tsp. peppercorn)
• water
• 2 tbsp oil

Cooking Procedures :

1. In a deep skillet, brown chicken in oil.
2. Combine vinegar, soy sauce, 1 tbsp. garlic, bay leaf, salt (to taste), pepper (or peppercorn) and water. Stir to blend and then add into the brown chicken.
3. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat and allow simmering uncovered for about 10 minutes. If the sauce is reduced add about 1/2 cup water.
4. Cover and continue simmering until chicken is tender. Remove meat, reserving the sauce.
5. In another pan, sauté remaining garlic until it becomes fragrant. Add the chicken and fry until light brown. Add in the adobo sauce.
6. Remove from heat. Transfer into a serving dish. Serve hot.

Asadong Manok (Tangy Chicken Stew)

Ingredients :

• 2 lb. chicken, cut into serving pieces
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 tomatoes, sliced
• 1/2 tbsp. paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup water
• vegetable oil

Cooking Procedures :

1. Combine chicken, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Let stand for at least 30 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions and tomatoes until soft and wilted. Drain chicken reserving marinade. Add chicken pieces to the pan. Stir-fry for about 4 to 6 minutes or until chicken colors slightly.
3. Add marinade, paprika, bay leaf and water. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes or until chicken is tender. Correct seasonings.
5. Remove from heat. Transfer to a serving dish and serve.