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Chicken Adobo

The national dish of the Philippines, chicken adobo is popular in Filipino immigrant communities all over the world, including the Hawaiian Islands. This recipe comes from my auntie’s friend, Violet Sadural, who was born in the Philippines and now lives in Honolulu. Beef, fish, vegetables, chicken, and pork can all be cooked adobo style. Although open to the discretion of each cook, the basic adobo ingredients are usually vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, peppercorns, and sometimes ginger. The dish is served simply, with white rice and stir-fried vegetables.

Cooks' Note

Suggested Beverage: For an adventuresome experiment, try a bottle of Volcano Winery’s Symphony Dry. The winery is located on the side of an active volcano on the Big Island of Hawaii.

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