Adobo Style Shrimp Filipino

Savor the bold, tangy, and savory flavors of Filipino cuisine with this Adobo Style Shrimp recipe, a quick and easy one-pan dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Tender shrimp, sautéed with aromatic garlic, is simmered in a rich soy sauce and vinegar blend, enhanced with earthy bay leaves and a hint of sweetness. This dish strikes the perfect balance of tangy, salty, and slightly sweet flavors, making it a quintessential take on the classic Filipino adobo. Serve it over steamed rice to soak up the delectable sauce and garnish with fresh spring onions for a pop of color and freshness. Ideal for weeknight dinners or a flavorful centerpiece for gatherings, this traditional Filipino-inspired shrimp dish will transport your taste buds to the tropics. Perfect for anyone looking to explore seafood recipes with a unique cultural twist, this Adobo Style Shrimp will undoubtedly elevate your mealtime experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Shrimp (peeled and deveined, with tails on)
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 60 ml Soy sauce
• 30 ml White vinegar
• 60 ml Water
• 2 pieces Bay leaves
• 15 ml Cooking oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoons Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Spring onions (optional, chopped for garnish)
• 4 servings Steamed rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, and water. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, just until they begin to turn pink.

Step 5

Pour the soy sauce-vinegar mixture into the skillet and stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the bay leaves, ground black pepper, and sugar. Mix well.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5-6 minutes, or until the shrimp are fully cooked and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more soy sauce or sugar to taste.

Step 9

Remove from heat and discard the bay leaves.

Step 10

Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with chopped spring onions (if using), and serve hot with steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1326.6 grams (1326.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1531

Total Fat 18.70g	24%
Saturated Fat 3.20g	16%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 977mg	326%
Sodium 3294mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 194.50g	71%
Dietary Fiber 3.70g	13%
Total Sugars 5.30g
Protein 144.10g	288%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 311mg	24%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 1830mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 11.1%

Protein: 37.9%

Carbs: 51.1%