Mojo de Ajo Dominicano (con Vegetales Keto)
Dominican Garlic Sauce (with Keto Vegetables)
Yes, with a tweak: request 'solo el mojo' (only the mojo sauce) and ask if it can be served with a side of steamed broccoli, green beans, or a simple green salad instead of yuca (cassava). About 6g net carbs per serving, lower than 5 in 10 Dominican dishes.
What it is
A vibrant and pungent garlic sauce made with copious amounts of crushed garlic, olive oil, sour orange or lime juice, and cilantro. Traditionally served over boiled yuca (cassava).
Key ingredients
Garlic, olive oil, sour orange juice (or lime juice), cilantro, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Request 'solo el mojo' (only the mojo sauce) and ask if it can be served with a side of steamed broccoli, green beans, or a simple green salad instead of yuca (cassava).
Watch out for
The traditional serving of yuca is extremely high in carbs. The sauce itself is low carb, but ensure no sugar is added (unlikely for authentic mojo).
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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