Top 4 Canarian Sauces

Mojo rojo or red mojo is a flavorful Spanish sauce that is especially popular in the Canary Islands. It is believed that it has origins in Spanish cuisine, which was heavily influenced by the Moors. The sauce usually consists of olive oil, vinegar, sea salt, garlic, chili, cumin, and pimentón paprika. It is typically consumed with meat dishes and boiled potatoes.Expand

This pungent, acidic sauce is a specialty of the Canary Islands. It can be used as a sauce, baste, marinade, or dip. Traditionally, mojo sauce is made with a base of vinegar, hot peppers, sea salt, cumin, garlic, and olive oil. The sauce can be either red (mojo rojo) or green (mojo verde), depending on whether it is flavored with coriander or paprika. The red version is usually served with meat and potatoes, while the green one is paired with fish dishes. The name of the sauce is derived from the Portuguese word molho, which means sauce.Expand

Mojo verde or green mojo is a flavorful sauce that is especially popular in the Canary Islands. It consists of coriander, parsley, green peppers, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, and sea salt. The sauce is typically served with a variety of fish dishes, adding tons of flavor in the process.Expand

Almogrote is a unique sauce from the Canary Islands, consisting of over-cured hard cheese, garlic, olive oil, and peppers. It is traditionally prepared using a wooden mortar and pestle, but it can also be made in a blender. After it has been prepared, almogrote is usually spread on toasted bread or used as a sauce. It is recommended to pair it with a glass of wine.Expand