Kinamatisang Manok
This is a comprehensive guide to cooking Kinamatisang Manok, a flavorful Filipino chicken dish. It provides step-by-step instructions, highlights the key ingredients, and emphasizes the simplicity and deliciousness of the recipe.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 367kcal
Ingredients
- 1 kilo chicken (any parts of the chicken) cut into serving pieces
- 1/2 kilo ripe tomatoes
- 2 bunches pechay
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pc onion minced
- 1 Tbsp. patis
- 1 pc chicken cube
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbsp. cooking oil
- 1 cup water
Instructions
How to Cook Kinamatisang Manok
- Chop the chicken into serving pieces. Put the chicken in a mixing bowl and season with salt and pepper. Mix and massage a little to coat it with the seasonings.
- Heat cooking oil in a pan and sauté garlic and onion until fragrant. Add patis and let it simmer for a minute without stirring.
- Put all the chicken in the pan and let it simmer until brown. Turn the chicken from time to time to brown all the surface of the chicken. Do it until the fat renders from the chicken.
- Add the tomatoes. Cover and let it simmer until the tomatoes are almost tender. About 10 minutes.
- Toss the chicken and the tomatoes until the tomatoes are very tender. About 5 minutes.
- Add black pepper, siling labuyo (optional) and chicken cube then stir. Add water and cover. Simmer for 3 minutes.
- After 3 minutes, add the pechay and let it simmer again for another minutes or until the pechay are wilted.
- Stir and turn off heat. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve hot with cooked rice.
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Notes
Cooking Tips for Kinamatisang Manok
- Choose ripe and flavorful tomatoes: Select ripe tomatoes with vibrant red color and a slightly firm texture for the best flavor in your Kinamatisang Manok. Ripe tomatoes will lend a delightful tanginess to the dish.
- Marinate the chicken: For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in the salt and pepper seasoning for a short period before cooking. This allows the flavors to penetrate the meat, resulting in a more delicious and well-seasoned dish.
- Sear the chicken for a golden crust: When browning the chicken, ensure the pan is adequately heated before adding the chicken pieces. Searing the chicken will create a golden crust, enhancing both the visual appeal and taste of the dish.
- Adjust the seasoning to your preference: While the recipe may provide recommended amounts of salt, pepper, and other seasonings, feel free to adjust them to suit your taste buds. Regularly taste the dish as you cook, and add more seasoning if desired.