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Wicked Hot Chipotle Chile Pequin Salsa

This fiery salsa gets heat from the Chile Pequins and a rich flavor from the Chipotles in Adobo.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 108 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 roma tomatoes
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons onion
  • 1/8 cup Chile Pequin (approx. 25-30 chilis)
  • 3 chipotles in adobo
  • salt
  • splash of vinegar
  • 2-3 tablespoons water

Instructions

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  1. Roast the tomatoes in the oven at 400F for 15-20 minutes
  2. Pick through 1/8 cup of Chile Pequins (25-30 chilis) and remove any stems or hardened chilis
  3. Add the Chile Pequins to the roasting pan and roast for 1-2 minutes
  4. Add the tomatoes and Chile Pequins to a blender along with 3 chipotles in adobo, a sliver of onion, 2 garlic cloves, a pinch of salt, 2-3 tablespoons of water, and a splash of vinegar.
  5. Pulse blend until ingredients thoroughly combined
  6. Serve immediately

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • I typically cut the stems off the Chipotles in Adobo but this is optional.

Nutrition Information

Calories 108kcal (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 108

% Daily Value*

Calories 108kcal 5%

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