Enjoying Adobo Without the Hives: A Filipino Classic Made Urticaria-Friendly

Filipino Adobo is a beloved culinary treasure, but its traditional ingredients often include urticaria triggers like soy sauce (high in histamines/gluten) and black pepper. If you experience allergy-induced hives, don't surrender this savory dish! Here’s how to savor Adobo safely.

Why Standard Adobo Risks Triggering Urticaria

Traditional recipes use potenti al irritants:

• Fermented sauces: Soy sauce contains tyramine and histamines, common urticaria triggers.
• Black pepper: Piperine may cause flare-ups in sensitive individuals.
• Artificial additives: Pre-mixed sauces often include sulfites or MSG.

Crafting Urticaria-Safe Adobo: Key Swaps

Transform classic Adobo with smart substitutions:

1. Replace soy sauce with coconut aminos (low histamine & gluten-free)
2. Skip black pepper; use fresh ginger or mild turmeric for warmth
3. Use untainted vinegar like pure cane or apple cider vinegar
4. Opt for lean meats like skinless chicken thighs or pork loin to reduce histamine buildup

Urticaria-Friendly Adobo Recipe (Serves 4)

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs chicken thighs (skinless)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• ¼ cup coconut aminos
• ¼ cup pure cane vinegar
• 1 cup low-sodium broth (check for citric acid/sulfites)
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
• ½ tsp turmeric (optional)
• Bay leaves

Instructions:

1. Sautée garlic until golden in oil safe for your diet (e.g., coconut, avocado).
2. Add chicken, searing until lightly browned.
3. Pour in coconut aminos, vinegar, broth, ginger, turmeric, and 2 bay leaves.
4. Simmer uncovered 40 minutes until sauce thickens and meat is tender.
5. Remove bay leaves before serving over allergy-safe cauliflower rice.

Dine Out Confidently with mm food

Recreating dishes at home is one thing, but eating out poses risks. The mm food app empowers you to:

• Scan/photograph menus to instantly identify urticaria risks in authentic dishes
• Get real-time AI warnings about hidden ingredients like soy derivatives
• Filter Filipino restaurants for safe-prep kitchens

Enjoy heritage flavors without fear—because sharing culture shouldn’t mean compromising wellness.