Title: Puerto Rican Adobo Powder
Categories: Spice Caribbean Bbq
Yield: 1 Cup

6	tb	Kosher salt
2	tb	White pepper
2	tb	Cumin seeds
2	tb	Garlic powder

In Puerto Rico, adobo is a seasoned salt that is generously sprinkled on meats and seafood prior to grilling, sauteing, or frying. Supermarkets sell prepared blends that are loaded with MSG. Here's a homemade version that lends unexpected excitement to any dish.

Combine the salt, peppercorns, and cumin seeds in a dry skillet and cook over medium heat until the spices are lightly toasted and fragrant, about 3 min. Transfer the mixture to a bowl to cool.

Combine the roasted spice mixture and garlic powder in a spice mill and grind to a fine powder.

Store in an airtight container; it will keep for several months.

Note: Pan-roasting the spices isn't traditional, but it greatly enhances the flavor.

The Caribbean Pantry Cookbook by Steven Raichlen ISBN 1-885183-10-0 pg 20

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