Pro Tips
**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**
- Skim the scum that rises to the surface during the first boil for a clear, clean broth.
- Add salt or fish sauce only at the end of cooking so the broth does not become too salty as it reduces.
- Simmer soup gently rather than boiling vigorously to keep the broth clear.
- Brown the chicken skin-side down first over medium-high heat until golden and crisp.
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
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 Molo Soup
Chicken Molo Soup — a Filipino chicken dish with local spices and herbs. A comforting meal passed down through generations.
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced shrimp, half of the minced onion, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, salt and sesame oil. Mix well.
- Lay a piece of wonton wrapper on a flat surface. Scoop a tablespoon of the chicken and shrimp mixture and then place it in the middle of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper until the mixture is secured. Do this step until the mixture is completely consumed. Set aside.
- Prepare the soup by heating the water in a cooking pot. Let boil.
- Add the onion, shrimp juice, annatto powder (or annatto water), and half of the toasted garlic. Cook in medium heat covered for 3 minutes.
- Add the wrapped chicken wontons, chicken cube, ground black pepper, and fish sauce. Cover and cook in low to medium heat for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Transfer to to a bowl. Top with chopped scallions and more toasted garlic.
- Serve.
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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting
- Skim the scum that rises to the surface during the first boil for a clear, clean broth.
- Add salt or fish sauce only at the end of cooking so the broth does not become too salty as it reduces.
- Simmer soup gently rather than boiling vigorously to keep the broth clear.
- Brown the chicken skin-side down first over medium-high heat until golden and crisp.
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
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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