What Is Adobo In America?
Adobo in America generally refers to a Filipino dish made with a sauce primarily composed of vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and black pepper. It is commonly used as a marinade for meat, poultry, seafood, and vegetables, and is also known as a cooking method in which the ingredients are first browned in oil and then simmered in the sauce until the flavors are absorbed. Adobo has become popularized in American cuisine through Filipino restaurants and fusion dishes, and has also inspired variations in other cuisines.