Ingredients:
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 6-8 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup orange juice
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- ¼ white wine substitute rice or coconut vinegar
- ¼ cup water
Instructions:
In saucepan over low heat warm the olive oil for 3 minutes. Combine and mix remaining ingredients in small bowl, then stir this mix into the warm oil. Continue to heat softly for 2 minutes. Cool and let flavors bloom before using. Store in clean glass jar or bottle with tight lid. Refrigerate and use within 2 days. Makes 1 cup.
Use Garlic Mojo for grilled vegetables: Select one or more vegetables to taste
Asparagus, whole tomato halves, sliced lengthwise zucchini and/or eggplant
Large chunks of green, yellow and/or red bell pepper, poblano, whole jalapeño,
Brush Garlic Mojo on vegetables and lay on a hot lightly greased grill. Continue to brush marinade as needed on vegetables as they grill. Roast until tender. Remove and arrange on platter. Select any one or more to garnish: fresh parsley, fresh oregano and/or orange and lime wedges. Serve warm or at room temperature
Serving Suggestions:
Use Garlic Mojo for Cuban Pork (see recipe), grilled chicken or lamb chops
