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Chile de Arbol Salsa

This salsa is spicy and smoky and pairs well with eggs, steak, brisket, and ribs.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 36 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer , Condiments
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • 20 chiles de árbol stemmed (do not remove seeds or veins)
  • 1 small white onion  quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup canned peeled whole tomatoes
  • 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Heat canola oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add chiles and toast for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly so chiles are fried well and change color.
  2. Add onion and garlic and fry for 2 minutes, again stirring constantly.
  3. Transfer fried ingredients to a food processor or blender and add whole tomatoes, tomato sauce, and salt. Puree until salsa is smooth with specks of chiles. Add salt to taste.
  4. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
  5. Serve as a salsa dip or to top off your favorite tacos or tostadas.

Notes

  • This recipe makes 2 1/2 cups. 
  • If it's too spicy for your liking, I recommend you add more tomato sauce.
  • Serve as a salsa dip or to top off your favorite tacos or tostadas.
  • Chile de arbol salsa can be stored in the refrigerator 3 to 5 days, or frozen for many weeks.

Nutrition Information

Calories 36kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 645mg (27%) Potassium 258mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 652IU (13%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 36

% Daily Value*

Calories 36kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 645mg 27%
Potassium 258mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 652IU 13%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.