Adobong Baka Recipe(Braised Beef In Vinegar Recipe )

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 kg beef short ribs
• 1/4 cup oil
• 6 cloves garlic
• 1/2 tablespoon black peppercorns
• 1/2 cup vinegar (cane, palm, or white)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Have butcher cut the beef short ribs into 1 1/2-inch cubes.
2. Crush, peel and mince the garlic.
3. Crack black peppercorns.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the peeled garlic and cracked peppercorns with the vinegar, soy sauce, and bay leaves.
5. Add beef short ribs and marinate for at least 1 hour.
6. In a deep heated pan, brown the beef in oil in two batches over high heat. Add the remaining marinade.
7. Add the water to the pan. Bring to a boil and immediately reduce to a simmer. Cook for 1 1/2 hours or until meat pieces are fork tender. Season with salt according to taste before the liquid has almost evaporated.
8. Just before serving, reheat the adobo and serve hot

Source:Eatingclub Vancouver