Mojo Dipping Sauce [Oregano & Garlic Based]

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor profile with healthy fats.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: green chili

Bell pepper is milder and more affordable.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onion

Parsley provides a fresh taste and is often less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can mimic the acidity at a lower cost.

Chop garlic and add a little salt to create friction while chopping.

Melt 2 to 3.5 tablespoons of butter in a pan.

Add the juice of half a lemon to the melted butter, removing any seeds if necessary.

Let the mixture heat for about 30 to 40 seconds.

Add dry thyme to the mixture and lower the heat to medium-low to avoid burning.

Add a small amount of dry oregano, crushing it slightly before adding.

Cook for about 30 seconds to infuse the flavors.

Add the chopped garlic to the pan and stir to avoid burning, cooking for about 1 to 1.5 minutes on medium-low heat.

Transfer the sauce to cups for serving.

Cooking Techniques

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