Mojo Rojo

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Mojo Rojo
45 min.
5
95kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of Mojo Rojo, a delightful sauce that hails from the Canary Islands and is sure to elevate your culinary creations. This versatile condiment is not only vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also packs a punch of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. With its rich, smoky undertones and a hint of spice, Mojo Rojo is the perfect accompaniment to a variety of dishes, making it an essential addition to your kitchen repertoire.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delicious sauce that serves five, making it ideal for gatherings or a cozy dinner at home. The combination of dried guindilla or New Mexico chiles, garlic, and smoked paprika creates a robust flavor profile that pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, grilled tofu, or even as a dipping sauce for crusty bread. Each serving contains only 95 calories, allowing you to indulge guilt-free while enjoying the bold taste of this traditional sauce.

Whether you're looking to spice up your meals or impress your guests with a unique side dish, Mojo Rojo is a must-try. Its simplicity and depth of flavor will leave everyone asking for the recipe. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the essence of vibrant, plant-based cooking!

Ingredients

  •  pepper flakes dried
  •  garlic clove 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • teaspoon sherry vinegar 
  • teaspoons paprika smoked

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Process 8 garlic cloves, 2 driedguindilla or New Mexico chiles,2 teaspoons smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon groundcumin, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt in a foodprocessor, occasionally scraping downsides of bowl, until a smooth pasteforms. With machine running, drizzle in1 cup extra-virgin olive oil and processuntil well blended.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon Sherryvinegar and 1 teaspoon water and process toblend. Season with salt.
  3. Per serving: 105 calories, 13 g fat, 1 g fiber
  4. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories95kcal
Protein3.34%
Fat81.34%
Carbs15.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
19
Glycemic Load
1.07
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
4.6473913814711%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:94.68kcal
4.73%
Fat:8.94g
13.75%
Saturated Fat:1.23g
7.67%
Carbohydrates:3.79g
1.26%
Net Carbohydrates:3.09g
1.13%
Sugar:1.09g
1.22%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:469mg
20.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.83g
1.65%
Vitamin C:27.41mg
33.22%
Vitamin A:570.9IU
11.42%
Vitamin E:1.62mg
10.79%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.47%
Vitamin K:8.47µg
8.06%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.08%
Iron:0.76mg
4.21%
Potassium:103.17mg
2.95%
Fiber:0.69g
2.77%
Copper:0.05mg
2.36%
Magnesium:8.28mg
2.07%
Phosphorus:19.67mg
1.97%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.88%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.85%
Vitamin B3:0.36mg
1.78%
Calcium:17.2mg
1.72%
Selenium:0.84µg
1.21%
Folate:4.72µg
1.18%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.05%
Source:Epicurious