Adobong Dilaw (Filipino Yellow Adobo)
A version of Filipino chicken adobo made with turmeric, vinegar, and garlic.
Servings 6
Calories 281kcal
Cost $8-$10
Equipment
- Wide pot or deep pan
Ingredients
- 2 pounds bone-in chicken pieces
- 1 (2-inch) fresh turmeric root sliced
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 6 garlic cloves smashed
- 1 small onion chopped
- Whole or cracked peppercorns to taste
- ½ cup vinegar
- ½ cup water more as needed
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 3 bay leaves
- Chilies optional
- Fish sauce to taste
- Salt to taste
- Neutral oil
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt. In a wide pot over medium-high heat, add enough oil to coat the bottom.Brown the chicken until lightly browned, turning as needed. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same pot, sauté fresh turmeric, garlic, onion, and peppercorns until softened and smelling good.
- Add the chicken, turmeric powder (if using), vinegar, water, sugar, bay leaves, and chilies (if using). Bring to a boil.
- Lower the heat and cover. Simmer until the chicken is tender, about 30-40 minutes.
- Taste and adjust the sauce as needed. Add salt, a little fish sauce, or more chilies if you like.For a thicker sauce, cook a little longer. For more sauce, add a little water if needed. Turn off the heat.
Notes
- Turmeric: I used both fresh turmeric and powder. Fresh turmeric tastes fresher, while the powder is easier to find.
- Chicken: Bone-in chicken stays juicier. I used wings.
- Vinegar: Cane or coconut vinegar both work. White vinegar is fine too.
- Chilies: These add mild heat. Use more or leave them out.
- Brown the chicken for better flavor.
- Add a little water for more sauce.
- Cook a little longer uncovered for a thicker sauce.
- Taste and adjust with salt, fish sauce, or more chilies as needed.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.
- Add a little water if needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 281kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 101mg | Potassium: 166mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 124IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg