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Salsa Ranchera Recipe

This salsa ranchera recipe makes the best salsa, with fresh tomatoes, jalapeno peppers (or serranos), onion, garlic, cilantro, salt and more. When it comes to salsa, it's hard to beat.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 16 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Condiments
Cuisine: American , Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 pound tomatoes
  • 2-3 Jalapeno peppers or use serrano peppers for a hotter version
  • ½ large white or yellow onion
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 3 tablespoons cilantro
  • salt to taste
OPTIONAL ADDITIONS: Juice from 1 small lime, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, ½ teaspoon cumin, cracked black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Slice the tomatoes and jalapenos in half lengthwise and set them onto a cast iron pan or baking sheet, skin sides up.
  2. Add the onion and garlic cloves.
  3. Set the pan into the center of the oven and broil (400 degrees F) for 20 minutes, or until the skins of the tomatoes and peppers blister up. Do not allow to burn. 
  4. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  5. Remove the skins from the tomatoes, peppers and garlic. Discard them.
  6. Place the tomatoes, peppers, garlic and onion in a food processor along with cilantro and salt. If using any of the optional ingredients, add them now. Process until smooth.
  7. Adjust for salt and serve warm.

Notes

  • Makes about 2 cups. Serves 8 one-quarter cup sized servings..
  • Heat Factor: Mild-Medium. You'll get some heat from the jalapeno pepper, but if you're looking for a spicier version that is still authentic and traditional, go with serrano peppers.

Nutrition Information

Calories 16kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Sodium 3mg (0%) Potassium 159mg (5%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 520IU (10%) Vitamin C 12.9mg (14%) Calcium 10mg (1%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 16

% Daily Value*

Calories 16kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Sodium 3mg 0%
Potassium 159mg 3%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 520IU 10%
Vitamin C 12.9mg 14%
Calcium 10mg 1%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

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