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Adobo Seasoning Recipe

Katie WellsMar 1, 2016Updated: Jan 5, 2020
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When I shared my sriracha mayo recipe I mentioned that another great flavor variation for homemade mayo is to add adobo seasoning. I just recently realized that I never actually shared my adobo recipe, even though it is a spice I use almost daily.

What is Adobo Seasoning?

Adobo seasoning is a mixture of garlic and other spices that is often used to season meats, beans, soups, and other dishes in Latin American, Caribbean, and Filipino cuisines. In my kitchen, it is a general all-purpose seasoning that I add to meats, soups, seafood, eggs, roasted vegetables, and many other dishes.

The word adobo stems from the Spanish word “adobar” meaning “to marinate,” and there are many variations of this seasoning, including liquid sauce versions that often include vinegar. The base ingredients are garlic, black pepper, turmeric, and oregano, though other spices can be added (I add several others to my variation).

How to Use Adobo Seasoning

This combination of spices adds great depth to dishes without overpowering them, and is versatile enough to be used on practically everything. Some suggestions for how to use adobo seasoning:

  • In marinades for meats or chicken
  • As an all-purpose seasoning on seafood
  • On grilled meats and vegetables
  • In soups of all kinds
  • In omelets, quiches, or other egg dishes
  • In guacamole
  • To give flavor variation to homemade mayonnaise
How to make adobo seasoning

Adobo Seasoning Recipe

Katie Wells
Versatile adobo seasoning is great with meats, seafood, guacamole, soups, roasted vegetables, and practically any other dish. I keep this delicious spice blend on hand and use it almost daily.
4 from 10 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Course Spice
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 1 cups
Calories 5 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ⅓ cup garlic powder
  • ⅓ cup salt
  • ¼ cup dried oregano
  • ¼ cup turmeric powder
  • ¼ cup onion powder
  • 3 TBSP white pepper (or black pepper)
  • 2 TBSP paprika
  • 1 TBSP chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin seed (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Make sure that all ingredients are finely ground/powdered.
  • Combine ingredients in a jar and shake to mix.
  • Store in an airtight glass jar and use as desired on dishes.

Notes

If you prefer, you can omit the salt from this recipe and just add it as desired when using this spice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tspCalories: 5kcalCarbohydrates: 1.1gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSodium: 366mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 0.3g
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Other Homemade Spices to Try

Like this recipe? I recommend ordering herbs and spices in bulk and making your own spice blends at home as a great way to avoid additives found in most commercial spices, and an easy way to save money. I order most of my herbs and spices in bulk online and make all of my own blends, including:

  • Italian seasoning
  • curry powder
  • taco seasoning mix
  • lemon pepper
  • seasoned salt
  • fajita seasoning
  • pumpkin pie spice
  • jerk seasoning
  • herbs de Provence 

What is your favorite type of seasoning? 

Category: Condiment Recipes, Recipes

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About Katie Wells

Katie Wells, CTNC, MCHC, Founder of Wellness Mama and Wellnesse, has a background in research, journalism, and nutrition. As a wife and mom of six, she turned to research and took health into her own hands to find answers to her health problems. WellnessMama.com is the culmination of her thousands of hours of research and all posts are medically reviewed and verified by the Wellness Mama research team. Katie is also the author of the bestselling books The Wellness Mama Cookbook and The Wellness Mama 5-Step Lifestyle Detox.

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Discussion (16 Comments)

  1. Leah Manipol

    January 30, 2017 at 1:42 PM

    5 stars
    Hi Wellness Mama,

    Thank you for all the hard work you do! I came across with your site just now, and looking for home made Curry powder, and it looks great. This Adobo seasoning it’s well put together. I’m from Philippines sometimes I used adobo seasoning. I have been making my own seasoning from scratch for the last couple of years and it’s way better than store bought and much cheaper. Btw, I make great Chicken Curry (:

    Thank you again for sharing!
    xoxo Leah Manipol

    Reply
  2. Swan

    March 2, 2016 at 1:16 AM

    5 stars
    Hello,

    Thanks for coming up with a healthy adobo recipe that can be made at home! I’m saving that one! I was wondering, could you find out how to make a healthy sazon seasoning too please? I haven’t seen any without MSG.

    Reply
    • Wellness Mama

      April 18, 2016 at 11:00 AM

      5 stars
      I’ll have to look into it. Thanks for reading!

      Reply
  3. Stephanie

    December 1, 2015 at 9:03 AM

    HI Wellness Mama! 🙂 I know i’m late to the game, but would REALLY appreciate if you could help me out. I just found your wonderful site a few weeks ago, made this great body wash. My first batch turned out great, and then I made another batch for my kids and one for me. Know, a week or so after making it they are both solidifying! Its such a pain. I don’t want to waste these batches, but is there a way I can fix them!??? Thank you!! ~Stephanie, a CO Mama 🙂

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  4. Tara

    October 13, 2014 at 9:04 PM

    I have converted to using coconut oil for a lot of my cooking now…thanks to your 101 uses of coconut oil, I have learned to use it for many other things. My household is transitioning slowly, but we are doing it! Thanks for your dedication to your mission!

    Reply
  5. Rebecca Jessen

    October 13, 2014 at 2:42 PM

    Thank you for this, I love adobo. So great to find a healthy version!

    Reply
  6. Val

    October 11, 2014 at 12:48 AM

    I am interested in gluten free recipes. Natural supplements.n any info with the thyroid(Hashimoto) and Adrenal Fatigue. Thank you n God Bless. Val

    Reply
  7. Brianne

    October 8, 2014 at 3:44 AM

    This is awesome!! Thank you!!

    Reply
  8. Cecilia

    October 1, 2014 at 9:35 AM

    Thank you Katie for all the hard work you do! I’m forever grateful.

    Reply
  9. Rose

    September 30, 2014 at 4:39 PM

    Thanks for offering this (and all your recipes) for free!

    Reply
  10. Natalie

    September 29, 2014 at 9:44 PM

    I’m looking forward to trying this!

    Reply
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