Craving authentic Filipino comfort food? Learn how to make the perfect classic Pork Adobo with our easy, tried and tested recipe! The combination of meat, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves and peppercorns results in a tender pork dish with a delicious savory sauce full of umami flavors!
1 1/2teaspoons Whole Black Peppercorns,or to taste (you can use freshly ground black pepper, if desired)
2Bay leaves,dried
1-2TablespoonsBrown Sugar,or to taste (optional)
Instructions
If you cannot buy the pre-cut Adobo, then chop the pork into bite-sized pieces.
Place the meat and the rest of the ingredients in a large pan. Using medium heat, bring to a rolling boil. Lower the heat slightly, and then cook uncovered for about 15 minutes. This is to allow the vinegar to cook properly so it won't taste so vinegary. Watch carefully as it boils to ensure that the liquid does not dry up.
Cover and simmer until the meat is tender, about 45 minutes to an hour. When the meat is tender, sprinkle the brown sugar and mix thoroughly. It will add a little bit of sweetness to the adobo and give it that delicious caramelized look. You can eat the adobo at this point or wait one day for an even better flavor.
If you want extra flavor and prefer dry adobo, remove the meat and fry it quickly in a little oil. This would make it even yummier. If you like, you can use the remaining sauce to pour on your rice. Enjoy!