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Adobong Pato
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How to Cook Adobong Pato

This is another tasty version of the famous adobo, the adobong pato or duck adobo. This is very similar to chicken adobo since they are both poultry meat.
Prep Time8 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time1 hour 13 minutes
Course: Duck Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: adobong pato, duck adobo
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 976kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 1 whole dressed duck cut into serving pieces
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pc red onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup vinegar
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 2 cups sprite or 7-UP softdrink
  • 1/4 tsp. black ground pepper
  • 1 Tbsp. cooking oil
  • 3 pcs Laurel leaves

Instructions

How to cook Adobong Pato

  • In a pot, heat cooking oil and saute garlic and onions until fragrant. Add in the duck and stir fry for about 2 minutes.
  • Pour in the soy sauce, vinegar, pepper and laurel leaves. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 3 minutes.
  • Then pour the sprite or 7-Up and again bring to a boil and simmer until the meat is tender, about 60 minutes. Serve hot.

Notes

Cooking Tips of Adobong Pato:

Marination Matters:
Before diving into the cooking process, invest some time in marinating the duck pieces. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, cracked black pepper, and laurel leaves. Allow the duck to soak up these flavors for at least 30 minutes or, for a more intense taste, refrigerate it for a few hours. Marination not only infuses the meat with delicious seasonings but also ensures a more flavorful outcome.
Slow and Low:
Cooking duck requires patience, and a slow, low simmer is key to achieving that coveted tenderness in Adobong Pato. After sautéing the garlic and onions and stir-frying the duck for a couple of minutes, bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and let it cook for a minimum of 60 minutes. This prolonged cooking time allows the meat to absorb the rich amalgamation of soy sauce, vinegar, and the surprising addition of sprite or 7-Up.
Balance is Key:
The art of perfecting Adobong Pato lies in striking the right balance of flavors. As you simmer the duck in soy sauce, vinegar, and sprite or 7-Up, taste the mixture periodically. Adjust the quantities of these key ingredients according to your preference. Add more soy sauce for saltiness, vinegar for tanginess, or sprite/7-Up for sweetness. This flexibility ensures that you tailor the dish to your taste buds, creating a harmonious blend of salty, tangy, and sweet notes in your Adobong Pato. Experiment until you find the ideal balance that suits your palate.
 

Nutrition Notes:

Calorie and other nutrition information is derived from HappyFolks.Com recipe nutrition calculator. The percent daily value (%DV) is based on a daily 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Facts:

Amount per Serving:466g, Calories:976kcal, From fat:773,  Total fat:85.9g, Saturated Fat:30g, Trans Fat:0g, Cholesterol:161mg, Sodium: 1324 Total Carbohydrate: 23g, Dietary Fiber: 1g, Sugars: 18g, Protein: 27g, Vitamin A: 7%, Vitamin C: 16%, Calcium: 5%, Iron: 32%