Xnipec Habanero Salsa
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5.0
36 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
10
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Calories
12 kcal
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Course
Appetizer, Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
Xnipec Habanero Salsa
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Xnipec is a hot Habanero Salsa recipe that's popular in Yucatán, Mexico. Made with spicy habanero peppers in an easy pico de gallo-style dip.
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Ingredients
- 3 habanero peppers
- 2 large ripe tomatoes diced
- 1 red onion finely diced
- 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro coriander
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- Pinch of salt to serve
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Instructions
- Halve the habaneros, remove the stem, pith/veins and seeds, and dice them finely (be careful and use disposable gloves if your hands are sensitive), then add to a mixing bowl.
- Add the tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice and orange juice to the bowl and mix well.
- Tip: to make it easier to extract the lime juice, microwave them for 15 seconds or roll them firmly on the counter to soften them.
- Let the Xnipec stand for at least ½ hour or overnight for the flavors to combine. Season with a little salt just before serving.
Notes
- If you have sensitive skin or any cuts on your hands, it’s important that you use disposable gloves to cut the peppers as they can give off a painful burn.
- To make it easier to extract the lime juice, microwave them for 15 seconds or roll them firmly on the counter to soften them before juicing.
- When making salsa, it’s important to let the ingredients sit together for at least 30 minutes as the moisture begins to release from the vegetables and blend together for flavor.
- Don’t skip the citrus! The lime and orange juices help balance out all the flavors in the salsa making it well-rounded, and classic Yucatan Xnipec Salsa.
- Serving Suggestions
- Use it to top these Mini Lentil Tacos.
- Drizzle it on to Mexican Street Corn for a spicy kick.
- Serve it alongside these Mexican Tortilla Bowls.
- Use it as part of a Mexican feast, and don't forget the Xocolatl - Aztec Hot Chocolate.
- Variations
- Instead of orange juice, try grapefruit juice to change it up and add a tart flavor.
- Try it with sour orange juice and omit the lime juice.
- You can also use scotch bonnet peppers instead of habanero, or a mix of both!
- Balance out the heat by adding freshly diced pineapple to make it a Xnipec Pineapple Habanero Salsa.
- Make it a Mango Habanero Salsa by adding chopped fresh mangoes.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
12kcal
(1%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
2mg
(0%)
Potassium
95mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
250IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
11mg
(12%)
Calcium
6mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 12 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 12kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 95mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 250IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
36 reviews
Excellent
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