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mojo criollo

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Private Recipe by
Raven Higheagle
Prescott, AZ

This is a perfect accompaniment to fish and seafood and can double as a cold-salad dressing. For an interesting variation, add 2 to 3 tablespoons finely chopped cachucha (ají dulce) pepper or pimientos or 1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes.

yield serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For mojo criollo

  • 3 c
    olive oil orange-and-rosemary oil
  • 3 lg
    onions, finely chopped
  • 27 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 36 sprig
    cilantro, finely chopped
  • 9
    bay leaves
  • 9 Tbsp
    fresh lime or lemon juice
  • 18 Tbsp
    dry or sweet sherry or wine vinegar
  • 3 tsp
    salt
  • 1 1/8 tsp
    freshly ground black pepper

How To Make mojo criollo

  • 1
    In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, parsley, and bay leaf and sauté 1 minute.
  • 2
    Stir in lime or lemon juice, sherry or wine vinegar, salt, and pepper and sauté another 1 to 2 minutes, until onion is translucent.
  • 3
    Remove bay leaf just before serving.
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