Gluten Free Mojo Verde
This vibrant Canarian-style green sauce is built entirely from fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil, and a splash of white wine vinegar — nothing processed, nothing hidden, just clean and naturally wheat-free ingredients that come together in minutes. The combination of cilantro and flat-leaf parsley gives it a layered, grassy brightness, while cumin adds a warm, earthy undertone that keeps it from tasting one-dimensional. A small green chile is optional, but even a half-seeded serrano nudges the heat just enough to make the whole thing feel alive. Because it's blended rather than cooked, the color stays an almost electric green and the flavors stay sharp and fresh. It's the kind of sauce that makes a simple grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or a bowl of rice feel like a real meal. Store it in a jar in the fridge and it holds beautifully for up to five days, getting slightly more mellow and garlicky as it sits — which is honestly not a bad thing.
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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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