Traditional Cuban Recipe Cuban Mojo Cuban Marinade
Infuse your dishes with the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean by whipping up this Traditional Cuban Mojo Marinade! This authentic Cuban recipe is a zesty blend of garlic, fresh orange juice, lime juice, and olive oil, perfectly balanced with earthy oregano, cumin, and a touch of bay leaf for a uniquely aromatic finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this marinade is the ultimate way to elevate meats, poultry, and seafood with its citrusy tang and robust garlicky essence. Whether you're grilling, baking, or pan-frying, marinating for a few hours—or overnight—ensures your meals are bursting with the bold and irresistible essence of Cuban cuisine. Perfect for those looking to bring vibrant, tropical flavors to their kitchen, this mojo marinade is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cups Fresh orange juice
- 0.25 cups Fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cups Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh oregano leaves
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 piece Bay leaf
Instructions
Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them, or mash them into a paste using a mortar and pestle.
In a medium bowl or jar, combine the minced garlic, fresh orange juice, fresh lime juice, and olive oil.
Add the fresh oregano leaves, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the mixture, stirring well to combine.
Add the bay leaf to the marinade for extra flavor.
Let the marinade sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Use immediately to marinate your desired meats, poultry, or seafood. For best results, marinate for at least 2-4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
Discard the bay leaf before cooking and enjoy the rich citrusy, garlicky flavors of the classic Cuban mojo marinade.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
627 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.4 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2371 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 491 mg | 10% | |
*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.
