A hearty and flavorful dish, this Filipino-style Beef and Chicken Adobo is a perfect blend of savory, tangy, and rich flavors. Slow-cooked to tender perfection, the beef and chicken absorb the aromatic blend of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and bay leaves, creating a dish that’s comforting and deeply satisfying. Perfect when served over steamed rice, this adobo is a delicious, family-friendly meal that brings the authentic taste of the Philippines to your table.
Servings: 4-6
Cook-time: 1 hour
Ingredients
- 1 lb cubed beef
- 4 chicken thighs, skin-on and bone-in
- 2 bay leaves
- 3/4 cup soy sauce
- 3/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice:
- Start the rice cooker with white rice, so it’s ready by the time the adobo is done.
- Brown the Meat (Optional):
- In a large pot, add the cubed beef and chicken thighs. Brown them over medium-high heat if desired for added flavor.
- Add Aromatics and Liquids:
- Once the meat is browned, add the bay leaves, soy sauce, water, white vinegar, sugar, garlic, and freshly ground black pepper to the pot.
- Cook at High Heat:
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Let it cook at this temperature for 15 minutes.
- Simmer:
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the meat is tender and fully cooked.
- Serve:
- Serve the adobo over or alongside the prepared rice. Ladle over the desired amount of broth for extra flavor.
