Chicken Adobo With Sitaw

Looking for a comforting and flavorful dish to warm up your home? Look no further than the classic Filipino favorite – Chicken Adobo With Sitaw. This dish combines succulent chicken pieces marinated and simmered in a tangy and savory sauce, paired with crisp and tender Sitaw (yard-long beans). Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

Chicken Adobo With Sitaw

Ingredients:
– 2 lbs chicken pieces (thighs and drumsticks)
– 1 cup white vinegar
– 1 cup soy sauce
– 1 cup water
– 6 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 onion, sliced
– 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns
– 3 bay leaves
– 1 tablespoon sugar
– 1 tablespoon cooking oil
– 1 bundle sitaw (yard-long beans), cut into 2-inch pieces

Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, vinegar, soy sauce, water, garlic, onion, peppercorns, bay leaves, and sugar. Mix well to ensure the chicken is coated evenly. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator for more flavor infusion.

2. Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later use. Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

3. Pour in the marinade mixture, including all the spices, over the chicken in the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. After 30 minutes, add the cut sitaw (yard-long beans) into the pot. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked, the beans are tender, and the sauce has thickened slightly.

5. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed. You can add more soy sauce or vinegar according to your preference.

6. Remove the pot from heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together even more.

Serve your Chicken Adobo With Sitaw hot over steamed rice and enjoy the delightful combination of tender chicken, flavorful sauce, and crisp beans. This dish is a sure crowd-pleaser and will make you feel like a culinary expert in your own kitchen. So gather your loved ones and savor the taste of this comforting Filipino favorite.