Adobong Manok sa Gata

1 1/2 kilo chicken, cut into pieces
1 1/2 cups soy sauce
1 cup white vinegar
1/2 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon garlic
1/2 cup julienned ginger
1/2 cup minced onions
coconut cream (kakang gata)
4 pieces bay leaf
2 tablespoons fish sauce
5 Bicol chillies or jalapeno peppers

1.Marinate chicken in soy sauce, vinegar, and black pepper for at least 2 hours in covered container at room temperature.
2. In a sauce pan, saute garlic, ginger, and onions, then add the drained marinated chicken.  When the chicken is half-cooked, add the coconut cream and bay leaves.
3. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. season with fish sauce, add the chilies then serve immediately.