Chicken Feet Adobo
Chicken Feet Adobo is a savory Filipino dish made with tender chicken feet simmered in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and spices. Perfectly balanced in taste, this unique recipe is a must-try for adventurous food lovers!
Equipment
- Large pot or skillet
- Sauté pan for frying (optional)
- Knife and chopping board
- Measuring spoons and cups
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken feet cleaned and nails trimmed
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 tsp black peppercorns
- 1 tbsp sugar optional
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- Salt to taste
- 1 tsp ground pepper
- 2 tbsp cooking oil for frying optional
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Feet
- Clean the chicken feet by trimming off the nails and washing thoroughly.
- Optionally, blanch the chicken feet in boiling water for about 5 minutes to remove impurities, then drain.
- Step 2: Marinate the Chicken Feet
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and bay leaves.
- Add the cleaned chicken feet, cover, and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight in the fridge for best flavor).
- Step 3: Sauté the Aromatics
- Heat oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté until soft and aromatic.
- Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Step 4: Simmer the Chicken Feet
- Add the marinated chicken feet along with the marinade to the skillet.
- Pour in water, add bay leaves, and season with black peppercorns and salt to taste.
- Stir everything and bring it to a boil.
- Lower the heat and let it simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour until the chicken feet are tender and the sauce is thickened.
- Step 5: Fry the Chicken Feet (Optional)
- For extra flavor and crispiness, heat oil in another pan and fry the marinated chicken feet until golden brown before simmering.
- This adds a crunchy texture to the chicken feet that many enjoy.
- Step 6: Final Touches
- Add sugar if you want to balance the acidity of the vinegar (optional).
- Stir well and allow the sauce to reduce further, if desired.
- Step 7: Serve & Enjoy
- Serve the Chicken Feet Adobo with steamed rice for a flavorful Filipino meal!