**Salsa, a staple condiment in Mexican cuisine, is a versatile sauce that adds a burst of flavor to various dishes. This article presents a collection of tantalizing salsa recipes, each showcasing unique ingredients and culinary techniques. From the classic Guajillo and Tomatillo Salsa, a smoky and tangy blend of roasted guajillo chiles and tomatillos, to the refreshing Tomatillo Salsa Verde, made with fresh tomatillos, cilantro, and jalapeños. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy kick, this article has something for every palate. Experiment with the flavorful Salsa Roja, a traditional tomato-based salsa with a blend of aromatic spices, or try the unique Salsa de Arbol, made with dried chiles de árbol and roasted tomatoes. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and serving suggestions to guide you in creating these delectable salsas. Let's embark on a culinary journey and explore the diverse world of salsa, adding vibrancy and zest to your meals.**
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
TOMATILLO RED CHILI SALSA
Roasted tomatillos, chile de árbol and guajillo peppers are blended together with garlic and salt to yield one of the most delicious salsas to drizzle over your tacos, tostadas or sopes.
Provided by Maricruz
Categories salsas
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place a comal or a cast iron skillet over medium heat and allow to heat up until smoky.
- Place tomatillos, allow to roast for about 10 minutes or until they soften and charred spots appears, make sure to flip them from time to time to roast evenly.
- Half way from tomatillos being roasted, add onions and garlic and roast until onions are translucent.
- Add chilies and roast those for a few seconds too (read notes).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 7 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 11 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GUAJILLO SALSA
Provided by Marcela Valladolid
Categories condiment
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 servings (3 cups)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, place 4 cups water, the guajillo chilies, garlic cloves and white onion and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer until the chiles are soft and tender, about 25 minutes. Transfer the boiled vegetables, the tomato and 2 cups of the boiling liquid to a large blender and set aside to cool before blending. Process until smooth. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and a pinch of black pepper.
- In a medium, heavy saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Strain the pureed guajillo salsa into the pan. Add the bay leaf and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Taste for seasoning, adding additional salt and pepper as desired.
ROASTED RED GUAJILLO SALSA WITH TANGY TOMATILLOS
A while back I cooked my way through Mexican cookbooks and my favorites were always Rick Bayless. I discovered salsas using dried chiles through his cookbooks and found the taste and aroma to be much more complex and intense than fresh salsas. Although I love fresh salsas too, if I had the choice, I would choose salsas made from dried chiles. This one uses dried guajillo chiles but you can sub dried New Mexico, chipotle, pasilla, ancho or pulla.
Provided by Rinshinomori
Categories Sauces
Time 20m
Yield 2 C
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small skillet heat oil to a 1/4 inch depth over medium heat. Pull the stems off chiles and remove the seeds completely.
- Lay chiles in the skillet and turn them over several times as they toast and change color on the inside from dark cranberry red to a red. This should only take 15-20 seconds. Remove and place on paper towels. Chiles will crisp as they cool. You can do this one chile at a time.
- Lay the tomatillos on a baking sheet and set the pan 4 inches below the broiler and let broil until they are softened and black in places, about 5 minutes. The skin will split. Flip the tomatillos and roast other side for 4-5 more minutes or so. Set aside to cool. Do not peel off the darkened skins or cut out the cores.
- Turn oven to 425 and lay onion rings and garlic on a baking pan and bake until onions are deeply golden and garlic soft and browned in spots, about 15 minutes. Stir every couple of minutes. Cool to room temperature.
- In a blender or food processor, blend tomatillos including their juice with dry toasted chiles. Process to a smooth puree. Scrape two-third of the puree into a bowl.
- Roughly chop onion and garlic and add them to the blender still containing the rest of the chile tomatillo mixture. Pulse repeatedly until moderately finely chopped. Add a little water to loosen everything up and keep pulsing. Stir in enough water to give the salsa a lightly consistency. Combine this with chile tomatillo puree in a bowl.
- Taste and season with salt and bit of sugar. Use within 5 days or freeze.
TOMATILLO GUAJILLO MILD SALSA FOR CANNING
Salsa verde NOT! ;) Tomatillos are disguised in this salsa. It's not green but red from the Guajillos [gwah-HEE-yoh]. This is a mild tangy peppery salsa but if you prefer to add more heat go right ahead a add a ghost chili and leave the seeds in the jalapenos.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Sauces
Time 1h30m
Yield 11-12 1/2 pint jars, 50 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare boiling water canner. Heat jars in simmering water until ready for use. Do not boil. Wash lids in warm soapy water and set bands aside.
- Place Guajillos in a bowl breaking up in small pieces to soften faster and cover with boiling water. Cover the bowl. Give it an hour to rehydrate.
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- On a large pan place, tomatillos, jalapenos, onion, garlic, shishitos, lime and oil tossing to lightly coat. Spread in a single layer.
- Roast for 30 minutes.
- In a blender or food processor place lime zest and soaked guajillos with soaking water, roasted veggies discarding the skins from the garlic and stems from shishito chiles. Along with the rest of the listed ingredients. Pulse to a semi smooth salsa.
- Place in pot to heat to desired thickness.
- Ladle hot salsa into hot jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot salsa. Wipe rim. I like to wipe with vinegar. Center lid on jar. Apply band until fit is fingertip tight.
- Process jars in a boiling water canner for 15 minutes, adjusting for altitude. Remove jars and cool. Check lids for seal after 24 hours. Lid should not flex up and down when center is pressed. If they do refrigerate and enjoy. Label jars and enjoy giving as gifts and eating, Storing for up to a year.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 15.6, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 47.4, Carbohydrate 2.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.5, Protein 0.5
SALSA DE TOMATILLO
This is the 'salsa de tomatillo' that I grew up with. It can be used as a sauce for grilled chicken, fish or shrimp, as the basis for green chilaquiles (pour over tortilla chips, shredded cooked chicken and shredded Monterey Jack, then heat under the broiler), and as a dipping sauce for chips. Delicioso!
Provided by SABRINATEE
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Salsa Verde Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place tomatillos in a nonreactive saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Simmer until tomatillos soften and begin to burst, about 10 minutes.
- Drain tomatillos and place in a food processor or blender with onion, garlic, jalapeno peppers, cilantro, salt and pepper. Blend to desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 10.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 0.8 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
TOMATILLO SALSA
Dare to deviate from tomato salsa and try this tomatillo-based version for a deliciously addictive change of pace. It's fantastic on its own with tortilla chips or served as a condiment alongside a variety of meats. -Lori Kostecki, Wausau, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 2-1/4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add tomatillos. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Drain., Place the tomatillos, tomato, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, garlic, lime juice and seasonings in a food processor. Cover and process until blended. Serve with chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 19 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- To select the best guajillo chiles, look for ones that are a deep, rich red color and are not too dry or brittle. - When roasting the chiles, keep a close eye on them to prevent them from burning. You can also toast them in a skillet over medium heat until they are fragrant and slightly charred. - If you don't have time to roast the chiles, you can substitute 1 tablespoon of ground guajillo chile powder. - To remove the seeds from the tomatillos, simply cut them in half and scoop out the seeds with a spoon. - If you don't have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender to puree the salsa. Just be sure to blend it in batches and be careful not to overfill the blender. - Taste the salsa and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, lime juice, or cilantro. - Guajillo and tomatillo salsa is a great addition to tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and other Mexican dishes. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for chips or vegetables.Conclusion:
Guajillo and tomatillo salsa is a flavorful and versatile condiment that can be used to add a kick of flavor to a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new salsa recipe, give this one a try!
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