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

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