Adobos

/ə'doʊboʊz/ noun

Definition

Plural of adobo; multiple servings or varieties of the braised marinated meat dish.

Etymology

Simple English pluralization of the Spanish word 'adobo.' The word maintains its Spanish form even in English plural usage.

Kelly Says

You might see 'adobos' on a Filipino menu meaning different variations of the dish—chicken adobo, pork adobo, etc.—each prepared with the same classic marinating technique.

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