Adobo Seasoning

By Farideh Sadeghin

Published June 5, 2024

Adobo Seasoning
Christopher Testani for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Spencer Richards.
Total Time
10 minutes
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Rating
4(14)
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Zesty, salty and versatile, homemade adobo seasoning is the perfect all-purpose blend — and can be created using pantry spices. It takes its name from the word “adobo,” which comes from the Spanish word “adobar” (to marinate), and it adds depth in a pinch. A staple in Latin American cooking and beyond, adobo seasoning’s ingredient list and proportions might range from country to country or household to household, so feel free to adjust to your preference. Use it in soup bases or as a rub on flank steak, venison or fish, or add some to plain rice or rice and beans to punch up the flavor. 

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Ingredients

Yield:Scant ½ cup
  • 1 to 2tablespoons salt
  • 1tablespoon onion powder
  • 2teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1½teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½teaspoon chili powder
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Nutritional analysis per serving (2 servings)

36 calories; 1 gram fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 8 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 1 gram sugars; 2 grams protein; 27 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Mix all ingredients in a small bowl. Adobo will keep in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.

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