Mexican Salsa Recipe
User Reviews
3.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
21 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
Mexican Salsa Recipe
Description
The Mexican Salsa Recipe involves charring halved Roma tomatoes, quartered onion, serrano chiles, and garlic on a hot skillet or comal to produce a smoky, slightly charred flavor. The cooled roasted vegetables are combined in a blender with fresh cilantro sprigs, lime juice, and salt to achieve a fresh, tangy, and spicy salsa that retains some texture without becoming overly smooth. The serrano chiles provide moderate heat balanced by the acidity of lime and the natural sweetness of the roasted tomatoes.
This salsa complements various Mexican dishes such as tacos, grilled meats, or can be served as a dip with tortilla chips. Its smoky and fresh profile elevates simple meals by adding layered flavors. Preparation avoids over blending to keep a rustic consistency that holds distinct bits of roasted vegetables.
Use a cast-iron or stainless skillet rather than non-stick to achieve proper charring. Store the salsa covered in the refrigerator for up to three days for best freshness. Avoid freezing as it negatively affects texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 6 Roma tomato halved
- 1 onion medium; quartered
- 2 serrano chile whole
- 2 cloves garlic
- 6 cilantro sprigs
- lime juice of 1
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or comal on high
- Place all of the vegetables except the cilantro in the pan or on the comal
- Allow the vegetables to char turning once
- Once the ingredients are well charred put them on a plate and allow them to cool
- Add all of the ingredients to the blender including the cilantro, lime juice, and salt
- Blend until all of the ingredients are just incorporated. Do not over blend
Notes
- Use a skillet or comal without non-stick coating to ensure proper charring of ingredients.
- Store the salsa refrigerated and consume within 3 days for optimal freshness.
- This salsa does not freeze well; avoid freezing to preserve texture and flavor.
- The salsa is both vegetarian and vegan, using no animal products.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 21 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/2 cup | |
| Calories | 21kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 393mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 190mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 670IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 11.6mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.9
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