Filipino Fish Adobo Recipe

Dive into the rich flavors of the Philippines with this authentic Fish Adobo recipe! Adapted from "The Philippine Cookbook," this dish boasts tender, savory fish simmered in a tangy, garlicky sauce. The perfect balance of sweet, salty, and sour, it's a culinary adventure you won't forget. Serve with fluffy sticky rice for a complete and unforgettable Filipino feast.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 85 mins
Calories 400.7 kcal
Protein 94g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Filipino Fish Adobo

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How to Make Filipino Fish Adobo

  1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients EXCEPT oil: 1 lb fish fillets (cut into 2-inch pieces), 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup cane vinegar, 2 tablespoons cane sugar, 4 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon black peppercorns, 1 bay leaf.
  2. Marinate the fish in the mixture for at least 1 hour (longer is better!).
  3. In a medium saucepan, bring the marinated fish and its sauce to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 5 minutes.
  5. Carefully remove the fish from the saucepan and set aside.
  6. Increase heat to medium-high and boil the remaining sauce until it reduces by half, about 10-15 minutes, or until slightly thickened. Set aside.
  7. Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  8. Add the fish to the skillet and fry until lightly browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  9. Pour the reduced sauce over the fish in the skillet. Simmer for another 3 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the fish evenly.
  10. Serve the Filipino Fish Adobo hot, spooned over a generous serving of sticky rice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

17g

Carbs

0g

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