Beef Free Mojo Verde
This vibrant Canarian-style green sauce is one of those condiments that makes everything it touches taste more alive. Bright cilantro and flat-leaf parsley form the herbaceous backbone, while garlic, cumin, and a splash of white wine vinegar give it a punchy, layered depth that store-bought sauces simply can't replicate. A slow stream of extra-virgin olive oil blended in at the end is what transforms the whole thing into something silky and luscious rather than just a rough herb chop. The optional serrano or jalapeño adds a gentle heat that plays beautifully against the grassy freshness of the herbs — leave it in or take it out depending on who's at the table. Because every single ingredient here is plant-based and naturally free from any animal products beyond the olive oil, it fits effortlessly into a beef-free kitchen without any substitutions or workarounds needed. Spoon it over roasted vegetables, grilled fish, eggs, or crusty bread — honestly, it's hard to think of something it wouldn't improve. Make a jar on Sunday and you'll find yourself reaching for it all week long.
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8 servings
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- ½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves and tender stems, loosely packed
- 4 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2–3 tbsp water, as needed
- 1 small green chile (such as serrano or jalapeño), seeded (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cilantro, parsley, garlic, cumin, salt, black pepper, white wine vinegar, and green chile (if using) in a blender or food processor. Pulse 6–8 times until the herbs and garlic are roughly broken down.
- 2
With the motor running, stream in the olive oil in a slow, steady pour until the sauce is smooth and bright green, about 30–45 seconds. Scrape down the sides once if needed.
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