Adobo Seasoning is made from a simple combination of herbs and spices you probably already have in your pantry. There is no need to buy premade spice blends when you can easily make your own in just minutes.
This post contains affiliate links. See our Disclosure Statement for more information.
If my husband is cooking one of his favorite meals, like Sweet Plantain Lasagna, odds are pretty good that he is going to be adding Adobo Seasoning.
His food always turns out delicious, so I’ve definitely also developed a taste for this popular spice blend.
Once I learned that Adobo seasoning is a blend of just a handful of herbs and spices, it was pretty easy to make our own, as needed.
Why This Recipe Works
It’s super quick and easy to make your own homemade spice blends. This Adobo Seasoning is made with just 5 ingredients.
This blend tastes just as good as store-bought versions, but doesn’t contain any additional additives.
You can make a full batch to store in your pantry to use as needed, or cut the recipe to make just as much as you need for a single recipe. You can adjust the serving size in the recipe card below.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
Chef’s Tip: some adobo recipes include onion powder, cumin, and/or paprika. You can experiment to get the flavor you want. If you need a pepper-free adobo, simply omit the black pepper from this recipe.
The entire recipe and instructions can also be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. You can also print the recipe from the card, if needed.
Prep!
There is no prep work for this recipe.
Create!
Combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried oregano, and turmeric in a small bowl until well blended.
Present!
Use, as desired. Store tightly covered in a cool, dark place.
Tips and Techniques
- Use fresh, dried herbs and spices for the best results.
- If you don’t have or don’t like an ingredient, you can easily adjust this recipe to suite your own tastes.
- Use a spice or coffee grinder, food processor, or mortar and pestle to grind the spices finer, if needed.
- Store in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight. Use by the earliest expiration date on the individual jars of herbs used.
FAQ’s
What Is In Adobo Seasoning?
Adobo seasoning is a Caribbean spice blend that has become popular as more of an all purpose seasoning, as well. It is typically made with common herbs and spices like salt, pepper and garlic powder. There are many different variations on the market.
What Is A Good Substitute For Adobo Seasoning?
You can use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, oregano and turmeric. Some adobo seasonings also call for onion powder, cumin, and/or paprika. Any combination of these herbs and spices can work as a good substitute for a store-bought adobo seasoning.
More Homemade Spice Blends
Love this homemade Adobo Seasoning recipe? Follow me on Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook for more!
If you try this recipe, I would really appreciate it if you would please leave a comment and star rating. Thanks!
Homemade Adobo Seasoning
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
Instructions
- Combine the garlic powder, salt, pepper, dried oregano, and turmeric in a small bowl until well blended.2 tablespoons garlic powder, 1 tablespoon salt, 2 teaspoons black pepper, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon turmeric
- Use, as desired.
- Store, tightly covered, in a cool, dark place.
Notes
Tips and Techniques
- Use fresh, dried herbs and spices for the best results.
- If you don’t have or don’t like an ingredient, you can easily adjust this recipe to suite your own tastes.
- Use a spice or coffee grinder, food processor, or mortar and pestle to grind the spices finer, if needed.
- Store in a dry, cool place away from direct sunlight. Use by the earliest expiration date on the individual jars of herbs used.
Ned says
This is just what I was looking for! I ran out and I didn’t want to run to the store. This was perfect and I loved the flavor!
Stacey Crawford says
This seasoning mix has great flavor and was so simple to make. Thanks.
Neha says
I love to make my own spices blend and I got all these spice in my pantry at present. Gotta make this adobo seasoning now.
Anjali says
Yum!! This spice mixture was so flavorful!! We used it when we were making taco filling tonight and it worked out great!