MOJO DE AJO

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'Mojo de Ajo' means 'garlic gravy' and this 'gravy' is a real treat. Mix with some pasta or brush it on grilled shrimp. The possibilities are endless.

Provided by Bill Echols

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 dried chipotle chili pepper
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 ½ cups chopped garlic
5 tablespoons fresh lime juice
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place the chipotles in a bowl and cover with very hot water. Allow to soak for 3 minutes; drain. Remove the stems and seeds from the peppers and discard. Cut the peppers into thin strips.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over low heat. Cook the garlic in the oil until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the peppers and the lime juice; simmer 5 minutes; season with the salt. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and allow to cool. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 50.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Shumi Akther
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I love the smoky flavor that the roasted garlic adds to this mojo de ajo recipe.


Milan Mandal
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This mojo de ajo recipe is a great way to add some flavor to your grilled vegetables.


Md Maruf Hossan
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The mojo de ajo was a bit bland for my taste, but I was able to add some more spices to it to give it more flavor.


Baqir Raza
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I love the versatility of this mojo de ajo recipe. I've used it as a marinade, a dipping sauce, and even a salad dressing.


Abdul Jabar
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This mojo de ajo recipe is a great way to use up leftover garlic.


Wisdom Destiny
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I couldn't find Seville oranges, so I used regular oranges instead. The mojo de ajo still turned out great!


Seta Larks
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The mojo de ajo was a bit too oily for my taste, but it was still very flavorful.


Jonathan Sosa
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This mojo de ajo recipe is a great way to add some Cuban flair to your dishes.


Chris Smiley
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I love using mojo de ajo as a marinade for pork. It adds so much flavor and moisture to the meat.


Kristy Hull
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I was really impressed with the flavor of this mojo de ajo. It was the perfect addition to my grilled chicken.


Keritiana Wana
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This is my go-to mojo de ajo recipe. It's so simple to make, and it always turns out perfectly.


Kent Kostelac
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I've made this mojo de ajo recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory.


Ira Mniki
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The mojo de ajo was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I was able to tone it down by using less garlic and cayenne pepper. It was still delicious!


Janita Viljoen
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I love how easy this mojo de ajo recipe is to make. I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's a great last-minute appetizer or side dish.


ab alim
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This mojo de ajo recipe was a hit at my last party! The flavors were incredibly vibrant and complex, and the citrusy aroma filled the entire house. My guests couldn't get enough of it!