Pro Tips
**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**
- Toss chicken wings in cornstarch before baking for an extra-crispy skin without deep frying.
- Marinate chicken for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator to let the flavors soak in.
- For fried chicken, let the coated pieces rest for 10 minutes before frying so the breading adheres better.
- Remove chicken from the refrigerator 15 minutes before cooking for more even doneness.
Cooking Tips
For maximum flavor, season the chicken at least 30 minutes before cooking — ideally overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the marinade to penetrate beyond the surface. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness: 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone.
Ingredient Substitutions
No soy sauce? Use tamari (gluten-free), coconut aminos (paleo-friendly), or a mix of fish sauce and water for a different but delicious umami profile. For a low-sodium version, use light soy sauce or dilute regular soy sauce with a splash of water or broth. Chicken alternatives: Pork shoulder or boneless thigh meat can substitute for chicken in stews. For lighter fare, extra-firm tofu or seitan works in stir-fries and braises. Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.
Storage & Reheating
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious. Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
Chicken Asado
Chicken Asado — a Filipino chicken dish with local spices and herbs. A comforting meal passed down through generations.
Instructions
- Rub the chicken with salt and pepper and let stand for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a frying pan then pour-in the cooking oil and Pan Fry the chicken. Set aside.
- Heat a cooking pot or wok then put-in the butter.
- When the butter is hot enough, add the onions and sauté until the texture becomes soft.
- Add-in the bay leaves and cook for a minute.
- Pour-in the tomato sauce and bring to a boil.
- Add the soy sauce and lemon juice then stir to ensure that the mixture is properly distributed and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add the pan-fried chicken and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Place the potatoes in and continue to simmer for 7 to 12 minutes.
- Turn off the heat then transfer to a serving plate and serve.
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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting
- Toss chicken wings in cornstarch before baking for an extra-crispy skin without deep frying.
- Marinate chicken for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator to let the flavors soak in.
- For fried chicken, let the coated pieces rest for 10 minutes before frying so the breading adheres better.
- Remove chicken from the refrigerator 15 minutes before cooking for more even doneness.
Cooking Tips
Use a meat thermometer to check doneness: 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone.
Substitutions
For a low-sodium version, use light soy sauce or dilute regular soy sauce with a splash of water or broth.
Chicken alternatives: Pork shoulder or boneless thigh meat can substitute for chicken in stews. For lighter fare, extra-firm tofu or seitan works in stir-fries and braises.
Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.
Storage & Reheating
Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
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