Adobo Pork Chops

Ingredients for Adobo Pork Chops

• 2 lb pork chops
• 4 tablespoons soy sauce
• 5 cloves garlic, crushed
• 3 tablespoons cane vinegar
• 2 teaspoons whole peppercorns
• 4–5 dried bay leaves
• 1 cup water
• Salt, to taste if needed
• 3 tablespoons cooking oil

How to cook Adobo Pork Chops

1. 1.Heat oil in a wide deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry pork chops 3–5 minutes per side, until light to medium brown.
2. 2.Add garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaves; cook 2–3 minutes until garlic is lightly browned.
3. 3.Add water and soy sauce, then bring to a boil.
4. 4.Cover and simmer 40–50 minutes until liquid reduces by half, adding water if necessary.
5. 5.Add vinegar, bring to a boil, stir, and cook uncovered 10 minutes.
6. 6.Adjust salt if needed and serve with steamed white rice.