Super Fresh Cuban-Style Mojo

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 5

Super fresh and zesty Cuban-Style Mojo recipe

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3/4 cup good quality olive oil ( preferably Spanish )
	1 1/2 cups freshly squeezed lime juice
	3 -4 tablespoons minced garlic
	1 tablespoon ground cumin
	1/2 cup fresh oregano , chopped
	1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

185

Sugar

Fat

20g

Mojo is a popular zesty sauce that originated in the Canary Islands and then spread to Cuba and other parts of Latin America. Its signature combination of olive oil, citrus juice, garlic and fresh herbs makes it a versatile and flavorful sauce that can be used as a marinade, dressing, dipping sauce, or flavor enhancer. This Cuban-Style Mojo is a super fresh and easy recipe that can be made in minutes and kept in the refrigerator for up to a week. It's perfect for adding a kick of flavor to grilled, roasted, or fried meats, seafood, vegetables, or as a salad dressing. Try it today and see how it can transform any dish into a zesty delight!

Instructions

1.	Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, chopped oregano, and sea salt in a bowl.
2.	Store the mixture in a jar and keep in the refrigerator for up to one week.
3.	Serve with grilled, roasted, or fried meat, seafood, vegetables, or as a salad dressing.

PROS

This Cuban-Style Mojo is a simple and versatile sauce that can be used to add zesty and bright flavors to many dishes.

It is rich in healthy fats from olive oil and minerals from fresh herbs.

CONS

The high amount of garlic in this recipe might not be to everyone’s taste.

It can also be quite acidic, so it’s important to use only freshly squeezed lime juice to balance the flavors.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Olive oil is rich in healthy monounsaturated fats that promote heart health and reduce inflammation.
Garlic is a good source of vitamins C, B6, and manganese, and has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
Cumin is rich in antioxidants and has been linked to aiding digestion and improving blood cholesterol levels.
Oregano is also a good source of antioxidants and has been shown to have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.