Shellfish Free Mojo Verde
This vibrant 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 goes way beyond a basic herb oil. A drizzle of good extra-virgin olive oil brings it all together into something silky and pourable, with an optional green chile adding a gentle kick if you want it. The whole thing comes together in a blender in under a minute, which makes it almost unfairly easy for how impressive it tastes. Because every ingredient here is a whole, straightforward plant or pantry staple, there's zero guesswork about what's in it — no hidden seafood-derived additives or mystery flavor enhancers that can sneak into store-bought sauces. Spoon it over grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, eggs, or anything that needs a little brightness, and it keeps beautifully in the fridge for up to five days.
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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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