Mojo Criollo
Mojo Criollo is the signature Cuban marinade that goes on just about anything! Full of garlic and citrus flavors that really impact whatever meat, poultry, or seafood you're marinating.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Total Time10 minutes mins
Course: Marinade, Sauce
Cuisine: Cuban
Servings: 2 cups mojo
Calories: 186kcal
Author: Britt
- 2 cups sour orange juice
- 8-10 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
In a mortar and pestle, smash and mash garlic cloves to break them open. Add salt, then crush, smash, and smear in the mortar with the pestle until the garlic breaks down and becomes smoother and more paste-like.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together all the ingredients together.
Use as a marinade for any meat, poultry, or seafood.
Calories: 186kcal