Mojo Rojo
Brighten up your table with the bold and vibrant flavors of Mojo Rojo, a traditional Canary Islands sauce that's as versatile as it is delicious! This smoky, spicy recipe features roasted red bell peppers, aromatic garlic, earthy cumin, and a touch of cayenne for a gentle heat, all blended to silky perfection with olive oil and tangy red wine vinegar. Perfect as a dip, marinade, or accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread, this velvety sauce is easy to prepare in just 25 minutes. With its rich color and bold Mediterranean flair, Mojo Rojo is a must-try for any spice lover or tapas enthusiast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large red bell peppers
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 120 milliliters olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 30 grams crusty bread or almonds (optional thickener)
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the red bell peppers in half and remove the seeds and stem. Place them cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast the peppers in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the skins are charred and wrinkled. Remove from the oven and cover them with a clean towel or plastic wrap to let them steam for 5 minutes. This will make the skins easier to peel.
Peel the skins off the roasted peppers and place the flesh into a blender or food processor.
Add the garlic cloves, paprika, cumin seeds, cayenne pepper, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and optional thickener (if using bread or almonds).
Blend or process the mixture until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add the 3 tablespoons of water gradually to adjust the consistency to your liking.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or vinegar to balance the flavors.
Transfer the Mojo Rojo to a serving bowl or airtight container, and let it sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve at room temperature as a sauce, dip, or marinade. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.0 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2535 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1060 mg | 23% | |
*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.
