Adobo can mean lots of different things — in Filipino cuisine, for example, it's a stew dish made of chicken [1], meat, or fish — but to Latinos everywhere, the word conjures a more clear and conclusive idea: either a garlicky all-purpose spice powder seasoning (Goya [2], anyone?) or the tomato, vinegar, and garlic sauce marinade that comes in a can of chipotle chilies. Either version is incredibly versatile, making any dish more flavorful and spicy. But nothing really beats the convenience of the can of peppers in adobo.
Whether you're cooking a traditional Latin dish or not, it's safe to say you can't go wrong with this spice when looking to add a unique kick. Here are 16 recipes that start with a can of the beloved Latin sauce.
Grilled Adobo Chicken Burgers
Get the recipe: grilled adobo chicken burgers [6]
Easy Enchilada Beef Nachos
Get the recipe: easy enchilada beef nachos [7]
Chipotle and Lime Roasted Potatoes
Get the recipe: chipotle and lime roasted potatoes [8]
Pineapple Chorizo Rice Bowls With Avocado and Chipotle Cream
Get the recipe: pineapple chorizo rice bowls with avocado and chipotle cream [9]
Crockpot Mexican Chili Lime Chicken
Get the recipe: crockpot Mexican chili lime chicken [10]
Honey Chipotle Chicken Pizza With Goat Cheese
Get the recipe: honey chipotle chicken pizza with goat cheese [11]
Slow Cooker Pork Tacos With Adobo Sour Cream
Get the recipe: slow cooker pork tacos with adobo sour cream [12]
Grilled Mexican Corn With Chipotle Adobo Sauce
Get the recipe: grilled Mexican corn with chipotle adobo sauce [13]
Smoky Shrimp Tacos With Chorizo Beans and Mango Salsa
Get the recipe: smoky shrimp tacos with chorizo beans and mango salsa [14]
Black Bean and Corn Salad
Get the recipe: black bean and corn salad [15]
Cauliflower Al Pastor Tacos
Get the recipe: cauliflower al pastor tacos [16]
Shrimp Tacos With Adobo Sauce
Get the recipe: shrimp tacos with adobo sauce [17]
Chicken Shawarma Naan Salad
Get the recipe: chicken shawarma naan salad [18]
Chipotle and Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
Get the recipe: chipotle and sour cream chicken enchiladas [19]
Slow Cooker Cheesy Adobo Chicken
Get the recipe: slow cooker cheesy adobo chicken [20]
Roasted Broccoli With Chipotle Honey Butter
Get the recipe: roasted broccoli with chipotle honey butter [21]