Adobo The Filipino dish of pork adobo incorporates braised pork belly, bay leaves, soy sauce, vinegar, and spices. (more) adobo food Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/adobo Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/adobo Written by Laura Payne Laura Payne is a freelance writer whose work covers many topics. She is a former Wayne State University linguistics instructor. Laura Payne Fact-checked by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Oct 17, 2024 • Article History Table of Contents Ask the Chatbot a Question Ask the Chatbot a Question adobo, type of dish, marinade, or blend of spices typically consisting of vinegar and a mix of seasonings, including salt, garlic, black pepper, oregano, and paprika. Adobo is widely considered to be the unofficial national dish of the Philippines, where the term adobo also refers to a specific method of cooking. Similar cooking methods and spice blends are found in other cuisines, particularly in Spain and in countries of Latin America; as a result, there are many variations of adobo. Vinegar and salt mixes have been used to store and preserve meat since ancient times. Gradually, the flavor of the ...(100 of 573 words)

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