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Smoky Chipotle Salsa

This easy, homemade Smoky Chipotle Salsa recipe is the perfect blend of smoky heat and sweet tomato. Made with chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, this versatile Mexican condiment delivers bold, spicy flavors in just minutes. Learn how to make this authentic salsa that's perfect for breakfast, tacos, grilled meats, or as a zesty dip. 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 36 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 2 teaspoon adobo sauce from the chipotle peppers
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
  • 4 tablespoon water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

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  1. Boil the tomatoes in water until fork-tender.
  2. Add the whole cooked tomatoes to a blender or food processor along with the chipotle peppers, the 2 teaspoons of the adobo sauce, garlic powder, salt and water.
  3. Blend together until smooth.
  4. In a small saucepan, heat the oil on medium-low heat. Once hot, carefully pour the sauce into the pan.
  5. Simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Taste for seasoning and adjust salt as needed.
  7. Serve.
  8. Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for 3-5 days.

Notes

  • To Increase the Amount of Salsa Without Sacrificing Flavor: The original recipe I have provided has equal proportions of the main ingredients for the best flavor. So if you want to increase the amount of salsa and keep the flavor consistent, follow this rule.
  • For every 1 tomato, use 1 chipotle pepper, 1 teaspoon of  adobo sauce and 2 tablespoons of water. Adjust the salt and garlic powder accordingly.
  • For every 1 tomato, use 1 chipotle pepper, 1 teaspoon of  adobo sauce and 2 tablespoons of water. Adjust the salt and garlic powder accordingly.
  • For every 1 tomato, use 1 chipotle pepper, 1 teaspoon of  adobo sauce and 2 tablespoons of water. Adjust the salt and garlic powder accordingly.
  • For a Spicier Salsa: Use 2 tomatoes and increase the chipotles to 3 or 4.
  • For a Mild Salsa: Use 2 tomatoes and only 1 chipotle or half of a chipotle with more of the adobo sauce.
  • This salsa is best served warm.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 serving Calories 36kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 3.7g (1%) Protein 0.4g (1%) Fat 2.6g (4%) Saturated Fat 0.3g (2%) Sodium 246mg (10%) Potassium 99mg (3%) Fiber 1.8g (7%) Sugar 1.8g (4%) Calcium 5mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1cup

Amount Per Serving

Calories 36

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 serving
Calories 36kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 3.7g 1%
Protein 0.4g 1%
Fat 2.6g 4%
Saturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Sodium 246mg 10%
Potassium 99mg 2%
Fiber 1.8g 7%
Sugar 1.8g 4%
Calcium 5mg 1%

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