Adobo Flakes
A quick, savory Filipino-style dish of flaked fish simmered in a tangy soy-vinegar sauce with dried vegetables and spices. Ready in about 20 minutes, perfect for breakfast or a speedy dinner.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked white fish fillets
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup white vinegar
- 2 leaf dried bay leaves
- 1 tbsp dried curry leaves
- 1 tsp black peppercorns
Instructions
- 1
In a skillet over medium heat, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup white vinegar, 2 bay leaves, 1 tbsp curry leaves, and 1 tsp peppercorns. Bring to a simmer, about 2 minutes.
- 2
Add 1 lb cooked white fish fillets, breaking them into large flakes with a spoon. Stir gently to coat with the sauce.
- 3
Cook over medium-low, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces and the fish is heated through, about 8-10 minutes. The sauce should cling to the flakes and look slightly glossy.
- 4
Remove from heat and serve hot with rice or as a filling for tacos. Garnish with extra curry leaves if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet
- spoon
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
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