Mojo
Bright, zesty, and packed with bold Cuban flavors, Mojo is the ultimate all-purpose sauce that will elevate any dish. This quick and easy recipe combines the vibrant tang of fresh orange and lime juices with the aromatic blend of garlic, olive oil, cumin, and oregano for a savory-sweet punch. Perfect for drizzling over roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or even as a dipping sauce, Mojo is as versatile as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes and made with wholesome, pantry-friendly ingredients, this garlicky citrus marinade is sure to become your new go-to flavor booster. Pro tip: Let the sauce rest for 10 minutes to fully develop its complex layers of flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup orange juice (preferably fresh)
- 0.25 cup lime juice (preferably fresh)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves or crush them using a mortar and pestle for a more traditional preparation.
In a small saucepan, combine the minced garlic and extra virgin olive oil.
Heat the mixture over low heat just until the garlic becomes fragrant and lightly golden. Do not let it burn, as this will make the sauce bitter.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool for a minute.
Stir in the orange juice, lime juice, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper into the saucepan.
Mix all ingredients thoroughly to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or lime juice if needed.
Allow the sauce to sit for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve immediately as a warm sauce, or let it cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake or stir before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1043 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.9 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2370 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 320 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
