Best Homemade Salsa Recipe (Restaurant Style Salsa)
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Best Homemade Salsa Recipe (Restaurant Style Salsa)
Description
Best Homemade Salsa Recipe (Restaurant Style Salsa) features a blend of canned crushed tomatoes, chopped onions, garlic, jalapenos, and cilantro. The inclusion of ground cumin and fresh lime juice and zest adds subtle layers of flavor. The salsa is processed briefly in a food processor or blender to the desired consistency, from chunky to smooth. Allowing it to rest for about 15 minutes before serving helps the flavors blend and develop.
The salsa offers control over heat by adjusting the amount and preparation of jalapenos, such as removing membranes and seeds for milder results. It can be served fresh or stored in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. For longer storage, freezing the salsa is an option, with thawing overnight in the refrigerator recommended before serving.
As a versatile accompaniment, this salsa goes well with chips, tacos, or grilled dishes. Using fresh cilantro and limes preserves brightness, while ground cumin adds warmth. The balance of acidity, spice, and savory notes suits many palates.
Practical tips include substituting 1 teaspoon of Stone House Seasoning for fresh garlic, salt, and pepper if desired. The recipe advises careful jalapeno deseeding to customize heat and suggests airtight storage containers to maintain freshness.
Ingredients
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 /2 large onion roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic roughly chopped
- 1-3 medium jalapeno pepper roughly chopped
- 1/2 /2 cup cilantro
- 1/4 /4 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 medium lime juice and zest
- 1/2 /2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 /4 teaspoon black pepper ground
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to the container of a food processor or blender. Pulse the food processor or blender until the salsa recaches the consistency that you prefer, about 3-5 pulses. It is best when you allow the flavors to combine by letting the salsa rest about 15 minutes before serving. Store any remaining in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Adjust the jalapeno quantity and remove membranes and seeds to control salsa heat.
- Make ahead by storing the salsa up to 7 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
- Optionally replace fresh garlic, salt, and pepper with 1 teaspoon of Stone House Seasoning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 21/2 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 21 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25cup | |
| Calories | 21kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Sodium | 584mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 54mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 4.3mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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