Mojo de Ajo Recipe

Recipesfull introduces to you: Cinco de Mayo Recipes. (Mojo de Ajo Recipe). '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.

Brief

Prep 20 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Total: 30 mins

Servings: 24

Yield: 3 cups

Mojo de Ajo Recipe

Ingredients

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

Margarita Jell-O Shots

Side Dish

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Nutritional Information

Mojo de Ajo Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:24

Calories: 97.9

% Daily Value *

Protein: 0.6g 1%

Carbohydrates: 3.2g 1%

Dietary Fiber: 0.2g 1%

Sugars: 0.1g

Fat: 9.4g 14%

Saturated Fat: 1.3g 7%

Vitamin A Iu: 38.1IU 1%

Niacin Equivalents: 0.2mg 1%

Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 7%

Vitamin C: 3.7mg 6%

Folate: 0.6mcg

Calcium: 15.9mg 2%

Iron: 0.2mg 1%

Magnesium: 2.5mg 1%

Potassium: 40.4mg 1%

Sodium: 50.1mg 2%

Calories From Fat: 84.5

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.