Adobo Pork Chops

Adobo Pork Chops is a simple Filipino pork adobo that uses pork chops instead of the usual pork belly. The chops are browned, then simmered in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaves until tender, with a savory, lightly tangy sauce that is best spooned over hot rice.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 lbs pork chops
• 4 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 5 cloves garlic (crushed)
• 3 tablespoons cane vinegar
• 2 teaspoons whole peppercorn
• 4-5 pieces dried bay leaves
• 1 cup water
• salt (to taste, if necessary)
• 3 tablespoons cooking oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Heat the cooking oil in a wide, deep pan over medium-high heat.
2. 2Once the oil is hot, pan-fry the pork chops, turning them over once each side turns light to medium brown. This takes about 3 to 5 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the chops.
3. 3Add the garlic, peppercorns, and bay leaves. Continue to cook until the garlic turns light brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.
4. 4Pour in the water and soy sauce, then bring to a boil.
5. 5Cover and simmer until the liquid reduces to half, around 40 to 50 minutes. Add more water if needed.
6. 6Pour in the vinegar and let the liquid boil. Stir, then continue to cook uncovered for 10 minutes.
7. 7Add salt if needed. The soy sauce alone gives this dish enough saltiness, so adjust according to your preference.
8. 8Serve with steamed white rice. Share and enjoy!