(for 2 servings)
Ingredients:
- 250g chicken (cut into pieces)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk (gata)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 bay leaf (laurel)
- 1/2 tsp black peppercorns (optional)
- 1 small green chili (siling haba or labuyo, optional)
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
- 1/2 tsp sugar (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, combine the chicken, soy sauce, vinegar, bay leaf, and peppercorns. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for better flavor).
2. SautΓ©:
- Heat the cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. SautΓ© the garlic until lightly browned, then add the onions and cook until softened.
3. Cook the Chicken:
- Add the marinated chicken to the pan (reserve the marinade). Sear the chicken until it turns golden brown on both sides.
- Pour in the reserved marinade and simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through.
4. Add Coconut Milk:
- Once the chicken is cooked, lower the heat and pour in the coconut milk. Stir and let it simmer for another 10 minutes until the sauce thickens. You can add the green chili for a spicy kick.
5. Season:
- Taste the sauce and adjust with salt, pepper, or sugar if needed to balance the flavors.
6. Serve:
- Serve hot with steamed rice.
Enjoy your delicious Adobo sa Gata!