Ideal for crushing garlic cloves for the Cuban Mojo
Here is a great recipe:
Cuban Mojo is a traditional sauce or marinade commonly used in Cuban cuisine. It is typically made with citrus juice (usually sour orange), garlic, olive oil, and various herbs and spices. Here is a simple recipe for
Ingredients:
– 1 cup sour orange juice (or a mixture of orange juice and lime juice)
– 4 cloves of garlic, mortar crushed
– ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, combine the sour orange juice, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
2. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined.
3. Let the Cuban Mojo sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
4. Use the Cuban Mojo as a marinade for meats like chicken, pork, or beef. Simply pour the marinade over the meat and let it marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
5. You can also use the Cuban Mojo as a sauce or dressing for grilled vegetables, salads, or rice dishes
