Chicken Hamonado is a traditional sweet and sour Filipino dish, typical of the cuisine of the archipelago. With pieces of chicken simmered in a pineapple-based sauce, this dish seduces with its exotic flavor. Naturally gluten-free if you use the appropriate soy sauce, it stays true to its origins while being perfect for people with gluten intolerance. Easy and quick to prepare, this recipe from elsewhere is ideal for a family meal.
Ingredients
Preparation
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Step 1: Preparing the chicken
In a frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Brown the chicken pieces until they are nicely browned on all sides. Remove and reserve.
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Step 2: Preparing the sauce
- In the same pan, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent and fragrant.
- Add the pineapple juice, gluten-free soy sauce, sugar, and rice vinegar to the pan. Mix to integrate the flavors well.
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Step 3: Simmering
Return the chicken pieces to the pan. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. If necessary, add a little water to prevent the sauce from reducing too much.
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Step 4: Adding the pineapple and finishing
- Add the pineapple pieces to the pan and cook for another 10 minutes over low heat so that they soak up the sauce without losing their texture.
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat once the chicken is tender and well coated in the sauce.
- Serve the Chicken Hamonado hot, accompanied by white or brown rice to balance the sweet and sour flavors. Garnish with a few slices of fresh pineapple for a tropical touch.
