Cuban Garlic Sauce (Mojo Cubano)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 9

Garlic lovers rejoice with this delicious Cuban Garlic Sauce (Mojo Cubano)

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

178

Sugar

Fat

19g

Cuban Garlic Sauce, also known as Mojo Cubano, is a popular sauce in Cuban cuisine that packs a punch of flavor with its use of garlic and sour orange juice or lime juice. This versatile sauce can be used as a marinade or dipping sauce for meats, vegetables, or as a topping for rice dishes. Garlic has been widely used in medicine for centuries due to its potent health benefits and is a great ingredient to incorporate into your diet. This sauce is easy to make and can add a tasty kick to any dish.

Instructions

1.	Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a saucepan.
2.	Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant for about 1 minute.
3.	Add sliced onions and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
4.	Add sour orange juice or lime juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
5.	Bring mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
6.	Serve with your favorite dish and enjoy!

PROS

This sauce is packed with flavor and can be used as a marinade or dipping sauce for meats, vegetables, and more.

It also has health benefits from its use of garlic and olive oil.

CONS

This sauce is high in calories and may not be suitable for those on a low-fat diet.

It is also high in sodium due to the use of salt.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Garlic is known for its antibacterial properties and has been shown to lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Olive oil is rich in healthy fats and has been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health.

	1/2 cup olive oil
	6 garlic cloves ( minced )
	1 cup large onion ( sliced thin )
	2/3 cup sour orange juice or 2/3 cup lime juice
	1/2 teaspoon oregano
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/2 teaspoon black pepper