{"data":{"name":"chicken adobo","slug":"chicken-adobo","scientific_name":null,"alternate_names":[],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Chicken adobo is a Filipino dish where chicken is simmered in a mix of soy sauce (or toyo), vinegar, garlic, and spices. It\u2019s usually served with rice, making it a hearty main meal\u2014mostly a protein dish.","common_uses_philippines":["Chicken adobo","Pork adobo","Adobong pusit","Sinigang na baboy","Kare-kare"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":null},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":1176,"protein_g":38.63,"fat_g":111.1,"saturated_fat_g":28.2,"carbohydrates_g":5.27,"fiber_g":0.34,"sugars_g":1.37,"sodium_mg":622.9,"potassium_mg":412.54},"other_nutrients":{"alpha_carotene_ug":0,"arginine_g":2.68,"ash_g":2.02,"aspartic_acid_g":2.81,"beta_carotene_ug":0,"beta_cryptoxanthin_ug":2.27,"betaine_mg":32.66,"caffeine_mg":0,"calcium_mg":46.21,"cholesterol_mg":299.37,"choline_mg":110.93,"copper_mg":0.1,"food_type_g":0.15,"glutamic_acid_g":4.45,"glycine_g":4.83,"histidine_g":0.77,"iron_mg":2.91,"isoleucine_g":1.07,"lutein_zeaxanthin_ug":206.38,"lycopene_ug":0,"lysine_g":2.15,"magnesium_mg":38.75,"manganese_mg":0.08,"methionine_g":0.64,"phenylalanine_g":1.13,"phosphorus_mg":356.36,"phylloquinone_ug":9.16,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":0,"retinol_ug":122.47,"selenium_ug":39.58,"serine_g":1.36,"theobromine_mg":0,"threonine_g":1.18,"total_ash_g":2.58,"trans_fat_g":0.57,"tryptophan_g":0.18,"tyrosine_g":0.88,"unsaturated_fat_g":73.4,"valine_g":1.34,"vitamin_a_ug":123.4,"vitamin_b12_ug":1.13,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.13,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.15,"vitamin_b3_mg":9,"vitamin_b5_mg":2.04,"vitamin_b6_mg":0.46,"vitamin_b9_ug":7.34,"vitamin_c_mg":0.58,"vitamin_d_ug":0.45,"vitamin_e_mg":2.47,"vitamin_k_ug":9.16,"water_g":218.35,"zinc_mg":1.96},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Chicken adobo can be filling and helpful for muscle repair because it provides protein. However, this version is also high in sodium (from soy sauce) and fat (especially if using skin-on or fatty cuts). High sodium can be a concern for blood pressure, and higher saturated fat can affect heart health when eaten often. The good part: it\u2019s low in carbs and sugar, so it can fit well into a balanced plate\u2014just keep an eye on the sauce and portion size, especially if you also eat salty snacks or processed foods in the day.","healthier_tips":["Use skinless chicken or remove visible skin to lower fat.","Go lighter on the sauce: aim for 1\/2\u20131 cup adobo per meal, then add more veggies.","Balance your plate: pair with 1\u20132 cups non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, okra) and a reasonable serving of rice.","For snacks (1\u20132 per day), choose options that aren\u2019t salty (e.g., fruit, yogurt, or unsalted nuts in small portions).","If you\u2019re watching sodium, consider using less soy sauce or mixing with water\/low-sodium soy sauce.","Enjoy it regularly, but keep portions and frequency in check so it stays a \u201cgo-to\u201d without overdoing salt and fat."]},"data_quality":{"source":"Community recipe estimate","source_code":"community_recipe","daily_values_reference":"RENI 2002","notes":["Values are estimates per 100g edible portion.","Actual nutrients may vary by preparation and variety."]},"links":{"self":"https:\/\/api.juanutrisyon.info\/api\/foods\/chicken-adobo?agent=true"}}}