Park Adobo: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Filipino Dish

Adobo is one of the Philippines’ most beloved dishes, renowned for its savory, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors that infuse meat, poultry, or vegetables with an irresistible depth. While classic Filipino adobo often features pork or chicken braised in vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and bay leaves, Park Adobo introduces a modern, casual twist that makes it perfect for a picnic or family gathering in the park. With a shorter cooking time and easy preparation, this version keeps all the flavors you love about adobo in a format that’s portable, fun, and great for sharing.

Why You’ll Love Park Adobo

Flavorful and Versatile: It retains the essence of traditional adobo with an extra touch of fun for outdoor gatherings.
Great for Sharing: Perfect for potlucks, picnics, and casual get-togethers.
Adaptable to Various Proteins: You can make it with chicken, pork, tofu, or even a mix of your favorite veggies.
Make-Ahead Convenience: The flavors deepen as it sits, so it’s even better if prepared the day before.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For this Park Adobo recipe, you’ll need simple, classic ingredients that capture the authentic flavors of Filipino adobo.

Main Ingredients

1 ½ lbs pork belly or chicken thighs (or a mix of both): Cut into bite-sized pieces.
4 cloves garlic: Minced.
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup vinegar (white or apple cider)
1/2 cup water
2 bay leaves
1 tsp black peppercorns (whole or lightly cracked)
1 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
1 tbsp oil (for browning)