Salsa, a vibrant and flavorful condiment, captures the essence of Mexican cuisine. Its versatility extends beyond tacos and burritos, adding a zesty touch to grilled meats, fish, and even pasta. This article presents a delectable array of salsa recipes, each with its unique character. From the classic Pico de Gallo to the smoky Chipotle Tomato Salsa, these recipes cater to various taste preferences. Whether you prefer a chunky or smooth texture, mild or spicy heat, we have a salsa recipe that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the world of salsa, exploring the diverse flavors and textures that make this condiment so beloved.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
COPYCAT CHIPOTLE FRESH TOMATO SALSA
Maybe you've made salsa at home; but have you made this one... Add this Chipotle Fresh Tomato Salsa to anything that needs a bit of a kick.
Provided by EmKenBken
Categories Mexican
Time 13m
Yield 4 1/2 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno, lemon juice, lime juice and salt.
- Let stand for 10 minutes at room temperature to blend flavors. Stir in cilantro. Taste salsa and adjust amount of jalapeno pepper and salt as desired.
- Serve with tortilla chips.
ROASTED TOMATO-CHIPOTLE SALSA
Chipotles in adobo are a great way to add intense heat and a rich, sweet, smoky flavor to sauces and other dishes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Cuisine-Inspired Recipes Mexican-Inspired Recipes
Time 30m
Yield Makes 2 1/2 to 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat broiler. On a broiler-proof sheet pan, toss tomatoes with onion, oil, salt, and pepper. Broil until charred in spots, 15 to 20 minutes; cool.
- Transfer contents of sheet pan to a food processor; add chipotles, cilantro, and lime juice. Pulse until combined but still chunky.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 11 g, Fat 1 g
FIRE-ROASTED TOMATO CHIPOTLE SALSA
This is a great all-purpose salsa. It's especially good with red meats. It's not real hot. You could make it hotter by using different peppers but I like this just the way it is.
Provided by Realtor by day
Categories Onions
Time 10m
Yield 4 cups, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat a tablespoon of oil in a saute pan over medium heat until lightly smoking, add the onion and saute until carmelized, about 10 minutes or so.
- Transfer the onion, half the blackened tomatoes and garlic to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped but not pureed. Add the cilantro and chipotle chiles and pulse again to mix.
- Peel, seed and chop the remaining tomatoes tomatoes and fold in along with the remaining oil, vinegar, salt and sugar.
- Serve chilled or at room temp with chips, red meat or chicken.
SALSA DE TOMATE CON CHILE CHIPOTLE: TOMATO SAUCE WITH CHIPOTLES
Provided by Food Network
Time 35m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium-sized heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the lard to rippling over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Break up the tomatoes coarsely with your fingers. Add the tomatoes and their juices to the sauteed onion. Stir in the chiles and oregano. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes or until slightly concentrated.
- Remove from the heat and let cool to lukewarm, about 15 minutes. Puree the mixture in a blender or food processor. Taste for salt (the tomatoes will have some) and add a little if needed. Serve hot at once or store tightly covered in refrigerator for up to 4 or 5 days and reheat before serving.
CHIPOTLE CHICKEN QUESADILLAS WITH SMASHED WHITE BEANS, CORN SALSA, TOMATO WATERMELON SALSA AND WATERMELON MINT DRINK
Provided by Roger Mooking
Time 1h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 42
Steps:
- For the chipotle chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large cast-iron pan over medium heat. Add the onions and saute until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic. Add the cider vinegar, adobo sauce, molasses, coriander and chipotle peppers and stir until incorporated. Stir in the chicken and thyme, season with salt and pepper, remove from the heat and set aside.
- For the smashed white beans: Heat the olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and onions and cook until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the sage, stir to incorporate and add the white beans. Cook together until the beans are warmed. Remove from the heat and smash with a potato masher or fork. Season with chipotle chili powder, salt and pepper and set aside.
- For the corn salsa: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the corn on the grill and cook until the corn is tender and charred, 8 to10 minutes. Cut the kernels off the cobs and place in a bowl. Add the olive oil, jalapeno, red peppers, cucumber, cilantro and red onion. Season with salt and pepper, toss and set aside.
- For the tomato watermelon salsa: Place the watermelon, cilantro, tomatoes, green onions, lime zest and lime juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper, toss and set aside.
- For the watermelon mint drink: Place 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup sugar in a small pot, bring to a boil and remove from the heat. Add the mint to the pot, allow to sit and infuse syrup for about 15 minutes. Allow the syrup to cool. Strain and discard the mint. Place the mint syrup in the fridge until cold.
- Place half the watermelon in a blender with the lime juice and simple syrup. Puree and pour over a fine strainer into a large pitcher. Repeat with the remaining chopped watermelon and place in the fridge until chilled.
- Place the remaining 2 tablespoons sugar on a plate. Rim the tops of glasses with a lime wedge and press into the sugar to garnish. Place the ice cubes and watermelon mint drink in the glasses, garnish with lime quarters and enjoy!
- To assemble the chipotle chicken quesadillas: Heat the olive oil in a cast-iron pan or large saute pan over medium heat. Place desired combinations of smashed white beans, chipotle chicken and cheeses on half of a tortilla. Fold the tortilla over and place in the heated pan. Cook until crispy and golden, about 5 minutes, then flip and repeat on the other side. Remove from the pan and enjoy with tomato watermelon salsa, corn salsa and watermelon mint drink.
CHIPOTLE TOMATO SALSA
This chipotle tomato salsa is quick and uses canned chipotle peppers.
Provided by Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez
Categories Condiment/Spread Garlic Onion Tomato Super Bowl Summer Poker/Game Night Cilantro Gourmet
Yield Makes about 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat a dry large heavy nonreactive skillet (not nonstick) over medium heat until hot, then cook tomatoes, onion, and garlic, turning with tongs, until all are blackened in spots, 10 to 12 minutes. Purée in a blender with chiles and 3/4 teaspoon salt (use caution when blending hot foods). Return to skillet and simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cool to room temperature, then stir in cilantro.
ROASTED TOMATO-CHIPOTLE SALSA
Provided by Ivy Stark
Categories Condiment/Spread Sauce Garlic Tomato Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Cinco de Mayo Healthy Vegan Party Chile Pepper
Yield about 1 quart
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- 2. On a sheet pan, roast the tomatoes, garlic, and onion until tender and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Transfer them along with the chiles and vinegar to the jar of an electric blender and purée until smooth.
- 3. Pour the mixture into a medium-size saucepan and gently simmer for about 20 minutes; season to taste with salt and reserve.
CHARRED TOMATO, CHIPOTLE, AND MANGO SALSA
Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat broiler.
- Quarter tomatoes and transfer to a shallow baking pan. Broil tomatoes 4 to 5 inches from heat until slightly charred, about 15 minutes. Wearing rubber gloves, seed chipotles. In a blender or food processor puree tomatoes, chipotles, lime juice, and honey until smooth.
- Peel mango and finely chop. In a bowl stir together tomato mixture and mango and season with salt. Salsa may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
CHIPOTLE TOMATO SALSA
Savor your homegrown tomatoes all year, by making this smokey, garlic filled salsa. Do use the food processor to shred the veggies to cut chopping time down. If you have the time roast your garlic then add it to the salsa to double the pleasure! ;)
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Sauces
Time 1h30m
Yield 25 8 ounce jars
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place all in a large pot bringing to a boil then reduce and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Fill into hot sterile jars leaving 1/2 inch headspace removing any air bubbles.
- Being careful not to leave any salsa on the rims.
- Wipe jar rims with a clean, damp paper towel. Put on lids and screw on metal bands.
- Process for 10 minutes in a hot water bath.
- Label and store in a dark place. Use with 1 year.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.9, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 340.9, Carbohydrate 11.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 8, Protein 1.8
Tips:
- Choose ripe tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful your salsa will be. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and free of blemishes.
- Roast your tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes gives them a smoky, caramelized flavor that adds depth to the salsa. You can roast the tomatoes in the oven or on the stovetop.
- Use fresh cilantro: Fresh cilantro is essential for a flavorful salsa. Chop it finely before adding it to the salsa.
- Don't overcook the onions: Overcooked onions can make the salsa bitter. Cook them until they are softened but still have a little bit of crunch.
- Add some heat: If you like spicy salsa, add a jalapeño or two. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Let the salsa sit before serving: This allows the flavors to meld together and develop. If you can, make the salsa a day ahead of time.
Conclusion:
This Chipotle Tomato Salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used with a variety of dishes. It's perfect for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or just as a dip with tortilla chips. You can also use it as a marinade for chicken or fish, or as a topping for grilled vegetables. The smoky, caramelized flavor of the roasted tomatoes and the freshness of the cilantro make this salsa a truly special treat.
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