adobo
Adobo is one of the key seasonings in Latin American cuisine. It is a blend of simple spices. For the most part, this flavorful seasoning contains salt, pepper, cumin, oregano, garlic and onion powder. You can use this spice blend to add a fabulous flavor to your pork chops, steak, chicken. Try it also on shrimp!
Adobo can also be used to season beans, and hearty stews. There are a couple of variations of adobo where cilantro, or even saffron are added. You can purchase this item either in a jar, or individual packets.
If you are feeling industrious, you can make your own blend just by mixing the ingredients listed in the jar. I have yet to experiment, but will do so soon. I find that creating your own blend allows you to customize according to your family's palate, plus it's also a lot of fun. Gift your own adobo spice blend and impress your friends!