Mojo or molho is a very popular Canarian sauce. There are many varieties of mojos, but mojo picón is undoubtedly the most popular. It consists of a spicy sauce made with oil, tomato, garlic, and pepper.
The most traditional version is prepared with hot peppers, although different types of chili peppers predominate on each island. If you don't have chili peppers, you can also use red bell peppers, which are sold everywhere.
Spicy or not, mojos often have a strong flavor due to the garlic cloves. However, Lolo, a Canarian chef and close friend of ours, told us there's a secret to preventing mojo from repeating. Simply fry the garlic instead of adding it raw, and voilà—a mojo that doesn't repeat and with a delicious smoky note.
Traditionally, mojo picón was used to accompany wrinkled potatoes, but it's such an addictive sauce that it's now served with all kinds of dishes, including meat, fish, and roasted vegetables.
Our best recommendation is to make a big batch because you'll run out quickly!
Index
- 1 Necessary ingredients
- 2 How to prepare authentic Mojo picón
- 3 How long does mojo picón last?
- 4 What to serve with mojo picón?
- 5 Other types of Canarian mojo
- 6 Ingredients
- 7 Instructions
Necessary ingredients
How to prepare authentic Mojo picón
How long does mojo picón last?
Homemade mojo picón preserved in the refrigerator can last for months. It's best to store it in a sealed glass jar and avoid leaving it out of the refrigerator after use.
What to serve with mojo picón?
Mojo picón is known for being the perfect complement to papas arrugás. However, it's also an excellent choice for roast meats and fish dishes.
Other types of Canarian mojo
The word mojo comes from the Portuguese word "molho," meaning sauce. Mojo picón is the most famous mojo in the Canary Islands, but not the only one. All mojos are based on a mixture of garlic, oil, vinegar, and salt. Different ingredients are added to this mixture to create milder or spicier mojos, depending on the dish they are paired with:
- Parsley mojo: very good with seafood and fried squid.
- Green pepper mojo: perfect to accompany roast meats.
- Cilantro Mojo: goes very well with any type of fish.
- Boiled mojo: a delight with both meat and fish.
- Roasted tomato mojo: perfect for any fish and wrinkled potato dish.
- Oregano and cumin mojo: to accompany salted fish and wrinkled potatoes.
Servings 10
- Amount per serving
- % Daily Value *
- Saturated Fat 0.7 g4 %
- Fiber 0.3 g2 %
- Sugars 0 g
- Calcium 7 %
*Percent daily values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
