Chicken Adobo

Filipino restaurants don't exist in Boston. Actually, you're lucky to even find a Filipino person. If you want chicken adobo, you'll definitely need to make your own but, luckily, the main ingredients are pretty common. Most recipes I've seen use chicken thighs, but I prefer drumsticks. The following recipe is good for about 6-7 chicken drumsticks. For a spicy kick, you can also add some cayenne pepper and/or habanero (I use both).



Ingredients
3 tbsp olive oil
0.5 cup vinegar
0.5 cup water
0.25 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp minced garlic
1 tbsp whole pepper corns
2 bay leaves
salt
pepper
6-7 chicken drumsticks
cayenne pepper (optional)
1 chopped habanero pepper (optional)


Directions
In a large pot, add olive oil and garlic over medium heat. Lightly salt and pepper the chicken, then add to pot, stirring frequently to lightly sear. Add a dash of cayenne pepper while stirring. Then add water, vinegar, soy sauce, bay leaves, peppercorns, and habanero pepper. Keep stirring frequently until liquid comes to a boil. Slightly lower heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, occasionally stirring. Serve with white rice using lots of sauce!