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Adobong Dilaw

Adobong Dilaw is turmeric-bright chicken adobo with crisp potatoes and a tangy finish.

55 minutes · Serves 5

Ingredients for Adobong Dilaw

  • 1 kg chicken legs and thighs
  • 1 knob turmeric, sliced
  • 3 medium Agria potatoes, quartered
  • 1 whole garlic bulb, minced
  • 1/2 cup Filipino-style cane vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • Oil
  • 4 bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons whole peppercorns
  • 1/2 cup water

How to cook Adobong Dilaw

  1. 1.Season chicken with salt. Deep-fry potatoes until golden, then set aside.
  2. 2.Sauté garlic in oil over low heat until golden; remove. Cook turmeric for 30 seconds, then brown chicken.
  3. 3.Add water, cane vinegar, peppercorns, bay leaves, and sugar. Boil, then simmer 25 minutes.
  4. 4.Drain chicken and sauce separately. Fry chicken over high heat until browned on the sides.
  5. 5.Return sauce and potatoes, adding vinegar or liquid if needed; simmer 5 minutes, adjust salt, and top with fried garlic.
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