Roasted Jalapeño Guacamole Salsa
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Roasted Jalapeño Guacamole Salsa
Description
The Roasted Jalapeño Guacamole Salsa starts by charring a jalapeño pepper under a broiler or stovetop flame until blackened, then steaming it in a sealed bag to loosen skin. After peeling and slicing, the pepper is combined in a food processor with tomatillos, ripe avocados, garlic cloves, onion, cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Blending until smooth, lime juice is added last to thin and enhance brightness.
This results in a creamy, smooth salsa with smoky notes from the jalapeño and tart acidity from tomatillos and lime. The fresh onion and cilantro contribute brightness and herbaceousness. The blend strikes a balance between heat, creaminess, and tang, making it suitable as a dip or topping.
It's served immediately with tortilla chips, offering a flavorful alternative to traditional guacamole that incorporates the unique element of roasted jalapeño and tomatillo. The roasting technique adds depth without overpowering the avocado’s creaminess.
Ingredients
- 1 jalapeno pepper
- 4 tomatillos chopped
- 3 avocado
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup onion plus more for topping, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro plus more for topping, fresh torn
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 to 5 tablespoons lime juice or more if needed, freshly squeezed
- tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Take your jalapeño pepper and either place it under the broiler on a baking sheet for a few minutes until it is charred, or heat it over your gas stovetop until charred. Place the pepper in a ziplock bag and let it "steam" for 10 minutes. Remove the pepper and rub off the charred skin, then slice it up. If you want it super spicy, leave in the seems!
- Combine the pepper, tomatillos, avocados, garlic, onion, cilantro, salt and pepper in the food processor. Blend until combined and pureed. With the processor on, add in the lime juice until the mixture thins out a bit and is smooth. Transfer the salsa to a bowl and top with additional diced onion, cilantro and pepper slices.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips!
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