“Filipino Adobo Skewers: Savory-Sweet Delights for Your Next Fiesta”

Allergens

Soy, Wheat (Gluten from soy sauce)

Ingredients

• 1 pound pork shoulder, cut into 1
• inch cubes
• 1 pound chicken breast, cut into 1
• inch cubes
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• Wooden skewers, soaked in water for at least 30 minutes

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the pork and chicken cubes.
2. In another bowl, mix together the soy sauce, vinegar, water, brown sugar, garlic, black pepper, salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using).
3. Pour the sauce mixture over the pork and chicken pieces, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium high heat.
5. Thread the marinated meat onto wooden skewers, alternating between pork and chicken pieces.
6. Grill the skewers for 8 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is cooked through and slightly charred.
7. Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Chef’s Insight

The key to tender, flavorful meat is marinating it for at least 2 hours, but letting it sit overnight will result in even more depth of flavor.

Notes

This recipe can be made gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce.