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Chickpea Adobo served with fresh cilantro
Spicy chickpea adobo

Vegetarian Chickpea Adobo

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
Filipino 'Adobo' refers not to a spice mix, but a cooking method: braising in vinegar and soy sauce with garlic. This technique was originally for preserving meat in tropical heat. In this vegetarian version, the nutty taste of chickpeas pairs beautifully with the salty-sour sauce. The secret is leaving the vinegar alone: don't stir it at the beginning, let the raw acidity evaporate.
🕒 Prep Time 8 hrs 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 50 mins
⌛ Total Time 9 hrs 5 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 320 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large bowl: For soaking.
  • Colander: For draining.
  • Pan with lid: For braising.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Soy
⚠️ Wheat

Instructions

1 ✓

Wash chickpeas and soak in plenty of water for at least 8 hours (or overnight). Drain after soaking.

Tip: Soaking rehydrates the peas, drastically reducing cooking time and ensuring even tenderness.
2 ✓

Dice the onion and crush the garlic. Heat oil in a pot and sauté onion until translucent.

Tip: Sautéing onions adds sweetness to the base, balancing the vinegar's acidity.
3 ✓

Add garlic and peppercorns, sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Tip: Don't burn the garlic or it becomes bitter.
4 ✓

Add drained chickpeas, bay leaves, soy sauce, vinegar, and water. Bring to a boil.

Tip: IMPORTANT: After adding vinegar, DO NOT stir and do not cover for 3-4 minutes. Let strong acid vapors burn off.
5 ✓

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer gently for 40-50 minutes until chickpeas are buttery soft and sauce thickens.

Tip: Chickpea starch leaches into the liquid, naturally thickening the gravy.
6 ✓

If peas are soft but liquid is too thin, uncover and boil on higher heat for a few minutes (reduction). Garnish with cilantro.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use canned chickpeas?
Yes, you save soaking and cooking time (reduces to ~15 mins), but flavors won't penetrate the beans as well.
Too sour, what to do?
Add a little sugar or more water and boil longer without a lid.

Ingredients

  • 10 oz Dried Chickpeas
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 pc Onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp White Wine Vinegar (or Apple Cider Vinegar)
  • 2 pc Bay Leaves
  • 1 tsp Whole Black Peppercorns
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 sprig Fresh Cilantro
  • 3 1/2 cups Water (for cooking)