Chicken Adobo

Directions

1. 1
   Rub chicken with brown sugar (place between skin and meat if using chicken with skin on) then place in container and add soy sauce, white vinegar, apple cider vinegar and crushed garlic cloves.
2. 2
   Marinate 2-4 hours in the refrigerator.
3. 3
   (This can be done overnight, however the taste can be quite strong.
4. 4
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5. 5
   In a deep saucepan heat the oil then remove chicken from sauce and brown each piece till chicken is almost fully cooked.
6. 6
   Add marinade and add peppercorns and bay leaves and bring to a simmer.
7. 7
   Do not touch the chicken or turn for first 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Half-cover with a lid and simmer 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the vinegar smell is gone.