Adobong Hipon sa Gata (Shrimp Adobo in Coconut Milk)

Ingredients for Adobong Hipon sa Gata (Shrimp Adobo in Coconut Milk)

• 1 lb shrimp, shell-on and head-on, cleaned
• 5 to 6 cloves garlic, crushed
• 4 to 5 dried bay leaves
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 tsp whole peppercorns
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp white or cane vinegar
• 1/2 cup water
• Salt, to taste
• 3 tbsp cooking oil

How to cook Adobong Hipon sa Gata (Shrimp Adobo in Coconut Milk)

1. 1.Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and peppercorns, cooking until garlic is medium brown.
2. 2.Add shrimp and cook for about 3 minutes, until orangey.
3. 3.Add soy sauce and water, stir, bring to a boil, and cook for 2 minutes.
4. 4.Add bay leaves and vinegar. Cover, bring to a boil, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
5. 5.Add coconut milk, bring to a boil, and cook for 2 minutes. Season with salt, then remove shrimp to a serving bowl.
6. 6.Simmer the remaining sauce until thick, pour it over shrimp, and serve.