Sauces and Marinades That Make Dinner Better
Marinades and sauces are such a great way to add a ton of flavor to everyday meals. A simple dinner always feels more exciting with the right sauce. I love a rice bowl with more than one sauce, and nothing beats a good marinade for making chicken taste its best.
The Sauces and Marinades On My Favorites List
Some dinners just need a little something extra, and that’s why I love these sauces and marinades. Chimichurri, ají picante, sofrito, and adobo ranch each bring their own twist, whether it’s herby, spicy, or creamy. I also lean on citrusy recipes like Cuban pollo asado and the Chipotle pollo asado copycat, where the marinades do all the work to make chicken bright, and juicy.
1
Authentic Chimichurri Recipe
Herby chimichurri recipe with fresh cilantro, parsley, and garlic. Perfect on grilled steaks, roasted chicken, rice and more.
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2
Cuban Mojo Sauce
A garlicky, citrusy Cuban marinade and dipping sauce made with sour orange and lots of fresh garlic, perfect for pork shoulder, chicken, fish, and yuca recipes
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3
Aji Picante A Spicy Colombian Empanada Sauce
Aji picante is a classic Colombian sauce that’s tangy, a little spicy, and made with simple ingredients like cilantro, lime, and green onion. Perfect as a dip for empanadas, a topping for grilled chicken, soup, or even drizzled over rice, this sauce is quick to make and it's perfect to keep in the fridge.
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4
Recaito is a fresh green Puerto Rican cooking base made with culantro, sweet peppers, onions, and garlic. It adds depth and flavor to so many classic dishes.
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5
Pickle de Gallo Salsa
Pickle de gallo is made with cucumbers, peppers, and a simple brine. Serve it with tacos, burgers, sandwiches, or as a dip with chips.
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