Best 20 Jalapeno Salsa Recipes

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Calling all heat lovers! Get ready to spice up your life with our tantalizing and versatile Jalapeño Salsa. This fiery condiment is more than just a salsa; it's a culinary game-changer, adaptable to a wide range of dishes and bursting with flavor in every bite.

Our Jalapeño Salsa is a delightful fusion of fresh and zesty ingredients, expertly combined to create a salsa that packs a punch. Whether you prefer it mild, medium, or scorching hot, this recipe offers three heat levels to suit every palate. With its vibrant red color and tantalizing aroma, our Jalapeño Salsa is sure to turn heads and leave your taste buds begging for more.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you on a culinary journey, exploring the art of crafting the perfect Jalapeño Salsa. From selecting the right ingredients to mastering the chopping techniques, we've got you covered. And with three distinct recipes – Mild, Medium, and Hot – you'll have the flexibility to tailor the spice level to your preference.

So, prepare to ignite your taste buds and elevate your culinary skills as we delve into the world of Jalapeño Salsa. Whether you're a seasoned salsa aficionado or a curious home cook looking to add some excitement to your meals, this guide will transform you into a salsa-making maestro.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ROASTED JALAPEñO-TOMATO SALSA WITH FRESH CILANTRO



Roasted Jalapeño-Tomato Salsa with Fresh Cilantro image

Provided by Rick Bayless

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Garlic     Herb     Pepper     Tomato     Roast     Fall     Jalapeño

Yield Makes 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 pounds ripe tomatoes (about 10 medium), preferably plum
2 to 3 fresh jalapeño chiles (1 to 1 1/2 ounces), stemmed
Half of a small white onion (2 ounces), sliced 1/4 inch thick
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 cup water
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro, loosely packed
1 generous teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the broiler. Lay the whole tomatoes and jalapeños out on a broiler pan or baking sheet. Set the pan 4 inches below the broiler and broil for about 6 minutes, until darkly roasted - even blackened in spots - on one side (the tomato skins will split and curl in places). With a pair of tongs, flip over the tomatoes and chiles and roast the other side for another 6 minutes or so. The goal is not simply to char the tomatoes and chiles, but to cook them through while developing nice, roasty flavors. Set aside to cool.
  • 2. Turn the oven down to 425 degrees. Separate the onions into rings. On a similar pan or baking sheet, combine the onion and garlic. Roast in the oven, stirring carefully every couple of minutes, until the onions are beautifully browned and wilted (even have a touch of char on some of the edges) and the garlic is soft and browned in spots, about 15 minutes total. Cool to room temperature.
  • 3. For a little less rustic texture or if you're canning the salsa, pull off the peels from the cooled tomatoes and cut out the "cores" where the stems were attached, working over your baking sheet so as not to waste any juices. In a food processor, pulse the jalapeños (no need to peel or seed them) with the onion and garlic until moderately finely chopped, scraping everything down with a spatula as needed to keep it all moving around. Scoop into a big bowl. Without washing the processor, coarsely puree the tomatoes - with all that juice that has accumulated around them - and add them to the bowl. Stir in enough water to give the salsa an easily spoonable consistency. Stir in the cilantro.
  • 4. Taste and season with salt and vinegar, remembering that this condiment should be a little fiesty in its seasoning. If you're planning to use your salsa right away, simply pour it into a bowl and it's ready, or refrigerate it covered and use within 5 days.

JALAPENO SALSA



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I wanted a verde style salsa, but living in Germany, I was not able to find tomatillos. This green salsa is great on eggs, used as a marinade, or just eaten with tortilla chips. Its heat is somewhere in the middle between mild and hot. Hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Provided by Trey

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 fresh jalapeno peppers
2 tomatoes
1 white onion, quartered
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or more to taste
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place jalapenos in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Simmer until jalapenos soften and begin to lose their shine, about 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the jalapenos with a slotted spoon, chop off the stem, and place them in a blender. Add the tomatoes and boil for 2 to 3 minutes to loosen the skin. Peel the skin from the tomatoes and add tomatoes to the blender.
  • Place the onion, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, salt, and black pepper in the blender with the jalapenos and tomatoes. Blend to desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 6.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 94.1 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

JALAPENO SALSA



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This makes about 3 pints, I store it in the refrigerater, The longer it sits the hotter it gets. With this recipe you always have salsa in the refrigerator.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Sauces

Time 40m

Yield 3 pints

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups chopped peeled cored tomatoes
3 cups chopped jalapeno peppers
1 cup chopped onion
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons minced cilantro
2 teaspoons oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 cup cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in large saucepot.
  • Bring mixture to a boil.
  • Reduce heat.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Ladle hot salsa into hot, sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch head space.
  • Adjust 2-piece caps.
  • Process for 15 minutes in boiling-water canner.

PINEAPPLE-GLAZED CHICKEN WITH JALAPEñO SALSA



Pineapple-Glazed Chicken with Jalapeño Salsa image

Provided by Jill Dupleix

Categories     Chicken     Bake     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Dinner     Pineapple     Spring     Healthy     Jalapeño     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup pineapple juice
2 tablespoons (packed) brown sugar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
3/4 cup 1/4-inch cubes fresh pineapple
3 tablespoons finely diced red bell pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1 1/2 tablespoons canned sliced jalapeño chiles, drained, coarsely chopped
4 boneless chicken breast halves with skin (1 3/4 pounds total)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Bring pineapple juice, brown sugar, and mustard to boil in small saucepan, stirring to dissolve sugar. Boil until glaze has thickened slightly, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix pineapple, red pepper, cilantro, onion, and chiles in medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Line baking sheet with foil. Place chicken on sheet and brush with glaze. Bake 15 minutes. Brush again with glaze, then broil until cooked through and golden, watching closely to avoid burning, about 5 minutes longer. Let rest 5 minutes.
  • Spoon salsa over chicken and serve.

GRILLED RANCH PORK CHOPS WITH PEACH JALAPENO SALSA



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Simple grilled pork chops are topped with a super refreshing peach-jalapeno salsa in this quick and flavorful recipe.

Provided by Hidden Valley Ranch

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Hidden Valley®

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ½ cups diced peaches
½ cup diced red onion
½ jalapeno, minced, or more as desired
Fresh lime juice, to taste
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
4 bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick
2 teaspoons Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Salad Dressing & Seasoning Mix

Steps:

  • Prepare a gas or charcoal grill over medium heat, with one area set to high.
  • In a small bowl, mix the peaches, red onion, and jalapeno together. Add in juice of a 1/2 lime or more, according to taste. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Season the pork chops with Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Salad Dressing and Seasoning Mix and black pepper.
  • Sear chops on the hot part of the grill for about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Move to the cooler part of the grill and continue to cook until a thermometer reads 145 degrees F, about another 6 to 8 minutes. Top with salsa and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 46.7 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 104.1 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

CRANBERRY-JALAPENO SALSA



Cranberry-Jalapeno Salsa image

For this recipe you can really use as many jalapeños as you like, or substitute a half of a habanero pepper, seeded and finely chopped or use one serrano chile, seeded and finely chopped. This recipe makes about 2 cups but can easily be doubled. This is great with turkey cutlets, chicken or pork. This will intensify in taste the longer refrigerated.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Sauces

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)
1 large green onion, chopped
4 -5 tablespoons fresh orange juice
4 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 -4 teaspoons sugar (or to taste)
1 -3 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (or to taste)
salt

Steps:

  • Place the cranberries in a food processor; pulse 3-4 times until chopped; transfer to a bowl.
  • Add in all the remaining ingredients except the salt; mix well to combine.
  • Season with salt to taste and more sugar if needed.
  • Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours before using.

JALAPENO-CILANTRO-LIME SALSA



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Make and share this Jalapeno-Cilantro-Lime Salsa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Roy A.

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 jalapeno, finely diced (discard seeds if you dislike heat, add another pepper if you love spicy salsa)
2 medium tomatoes, chopped into small pieces
1/2 red onion, finely diced
1 garlic clove, smashed & finely diced
1 teaspoon salt
2 limes, squeezed for their juice
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 mango, chopped into squares (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in bowl, mix well to coat all with lime juice and salt. Adjust to taste (saltiness, spiciness, sourness). Let sit for 1-2 hours to allow flavours to blend. TIP: Try adding mango when it's in season for a delicious, juicy mango salsa!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.2, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 2344.6, Carbohydrate 31.3, Fiber 8, Sugar 11.6, Protein 4.1

CRANBERRY JALAPEñO SALSA WITH SWEET POTATO CHIPS RECIPE BY TASTY



Cranberry Jalapeño Salsa With Sweet Potato Chips Recipe by Tasty image

This ain't your standard salsa! Served with a side of homemade sweet potato chips, this quick and easy seasonal salsa is sure to be a holiday staple. To ensure your chips are extra crispy, it's important to slice your sweet potatoes thinly, but please use extra caution. Happy holiday dipping!

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Appetizers

Time 3h

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large sweet potatoes
4 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 ½ cups fresh cranberries
½ cup sugar
¼ cup scallion, sliced
1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Make the sweet potato chips: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cut the sweet potato into ⅛ (3 mm) thick slices using a mandoline or sharp knife.
  • In a medium bowl, toss the sweet potato slices with the olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme until well coated. Spread the sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown. Let the sweet potato chips cool to room temperature.
  • Make the cranberry salsa: Add the cranberries, sugar, scallions, jalapeño, ginger, lime juice, and salt to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until roughly chopped.
  • Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours.
  • Just before serving, top the salsa with the cilantro. Serve with the sweet potato chips.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 652 calories, Carbohydrate 102 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 56 grams

FISH FILLETS WITH PINEAPPLE-JALAPEñO SALSA



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Make and share this Fish Fillets With Pineapple-Jalapeño Salsa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories     Caribbean

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small ripe pineapple
1/4 cup scallion, minced
3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped fresh
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons jalapeno peppers, minced fresh (about 1 large)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
fresh ground pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, to taste
1 lb tilapia fillet, cut into 4 portions (haddock or other white fish fillets)
1 tablespoon olive oil, extra-virgin

Steps:

  • To prepare salsa: Cut the top and skin off pineapple, remove the eyes and core. Finely dice the pineapple (you will have about 4 cups diced pineapple) and place in a medium bowl. Add scallions, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno and oil. Toss to mix. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
  • To prepare fish: Combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a shallow dish; thoroughly dredge fillets (discard any leftover flour).
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish, working in batches if necessary, and cook until lightly browned and just opaque in the center, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Serve each portion of fish with about 1/4 cup salsa each.

JALAPEñO CRAB CAKES WITH SLAW AND SALSA



Jalapeño Crab Cakes with Slaw and Salsa image

Provided by Jill Silverman Hough

Categories     Bake     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Dinner     Crab     Cabbage     Jalapeño     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh crabmeat, picked over, patted dry
1 1/3 cups panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)*
2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeño chiles (1 to 2 large)
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
4 large eggs, beaten to blend
1/4 cup canola oil or other vegetable oil
4 cups (about 6 ounces) coleslaw mix
2/3 cup purchased salsa
1/3 cup sour cream
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Line rimmed baking sheet with waxed paper. Combine first 4 ingredients in large bowl. Stir in eggs. Using moist hands, shape mixture into 8 cakes, each about 3/4 inch thick. Arrange cakes on prepared sheet.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in each of 2 medium skillets over medium heat. Add 4 cakes to each. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
  • Mound slaw mix on 4 plates. Top each serving with 2 cakes. Serve with salsa, sour cream, and lime wedges.
  • Available in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets and at Asian markets.

TROPICAL FRUIT SALSA WITH JALAPEñO AND BELL PEPPERS



Tropical Fruit Salsa with Jalapeño and Bell Peppers image

Provided by Laura Van Dyke

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Fruit     Herb     Pepper     Quick & Easy     Papaya     Pineapple     Bell Pepper     Summer     Jalapeño     Bon Appétit     Washington

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 red bell pepper, seeded, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded, diced
3/4 cups 1/2-inch pieces peeled papaya
3/4 cups 1/2-inch pieces peeled pineapple
1/2 medium-size red onion, diced
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons jalapeño jelly or 1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium jalapeño chili, seeded, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in large bowl. (Salsa can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

JALAPEñO POPPER FRITTERS WITH TOMATO SALSA



Jalapeño Popper Fritters with Tomato Salsa image

Provided by Andrew Friedman

Categories     Hanukkah     Vegetarian     Dinner     Deep-Fry     Kosher     Candy Thermometer     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes about 20 fritters

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 pound medium green jalapeño chiles (about 4)
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus about 1/2 teaspoon for sprinkling on cooked fritters
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
2 ounces cream cheese, frozen and grated (about 1/4 cup)
6 to 8 cups vegetable oil
Tomato Salsa
Sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Transfer jalapeños to large baking sheet and roast, turning occasionally, until softened and blistered, about 20 minutes. Using tongs, transfer to large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let stand 10 minutes. Wearing gloves, peel and seed jalapeños, then cut into large dice.
  • In large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking soda, and 3/4 teaspoon salt. In medium bowl whisk together buttermilk and egg. Whisk in dry ingredients, then fold in diced jalapeños and cream cheese.
  • In heavy, 4-quart pot over moderate heat, heat 3 inches of oil until thermometer registers 350°F. Working in batches of 6 and returning oil to 350°F between batches, drop batter by tablespoons into hot oil and fry fritters, stirring constantly, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain and immediately sprinkle with salt.
  • Serve immediately with salsa and sour cream.

STRAWBERRY JALAPENO SALSA



Strawberry Jalapeno Salsa image

This simple fruit salsa recipe bursts with juicy flavor. Just 5 ingredients to pure joy in a bowl!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pint strawberries (hulled and diced (about 2 cups))
1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and diced (about 1/4 cup) (include seeds for more heat))
1/2 small red onion (diced (about 1/2 cup))
Zest and juice from 1 medium lime (about 1 teaspoon zest and 2-3 tablespoons lime juice)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper + more to taste

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients to a medium bowl and stir gently to combine. Taste and add more salt and pepper, if desired. Serve.
  • Keeps refrigerated in an airtight container for 2-3 days.

PICKLED JALAPENO SALSA



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I had so many tomatoes from my garden, I did not know what to do with them. I could make salsa but I have nothing to spice it up with. Found pickled jalapenos in my frig and decided to try it. It was delicious. You can use more pickled jalapenos if you want it hotter, but this is perty dern hot.

Provided by paula giles

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, cleaned and quartered
1/2-3/4 cup pickled jalapeno chili, reserve juice
8 medium tomatoes
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • I cut the tomatoes in half and gently squeeze to remove some of the seeds.
  • In a food processer, add onion, and jalapeno w/juice.
  • Process.
  • Add tomatoes.
  • Process.
  • Add all spices.
  • Process and refrigerate several hours.
  • This is the time where I taste and add what I think it might need.
  • But remember, flavors blend while in the frig.
  • so be careful.
  • You can also can this if you have many tomatoes in your garden as I did.
  • Process, then cook on stove 30-45 min and process in a water bath for 10 minute Follow directions for cleaning jars and lids.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.4, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 449.8, Carbohydrate 8.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.7, Protein 1.6

ROASTED JALAPENO AND TOMATO SALSA



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Originally from Rick Bayless, adapted to my own taste. I think this is a medium hot salsa. Heat level can be adjusted up or down with the habaneros.

Provided by acid.

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 55m

Yield 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 lbs plum tomatoes
10 jalapenos
3 habaneros (optional)
1 small white onion
12 cloves garlic (peeled)
1 bunch cilantro
1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (plus more to taste)

Steps:

  • Place oven rack to highest position and preheat broiler.
  • Put tomatoes and peppers on a baking sheet and place under broiler for about 10 minutes.
  • Tomatoes and peppers should be blackened in spots.
  • Turn tomatoes and peppers over and broil for about another 10 minutes.
  • Tomatoes and peppers should be blackened in spots and cooked through.
  • Peppers may be done before tomatoes, if so, remove them as they are done.
  • Remove from oven and let cool.
  • Reduce heat to 425 degrees F.
  • Cut onion into 1/4 inch slices and separate into rings.
  • Place onion and garlic on a baking sheet and place in oven.
  • Cook for about 15 minutes or until onion is wilted and slightly charred and garlic is soft and brown.
  • Stir a couple of times during cooking.
  • Remove from oven and let cool.
  • Remove stems from peppers and tomatoes.
  • Put peppers, onion and garlic in a food processor and coarsely chop.
  • Scoop into a large bowl.
  • Coarsely chop tomatoes and put in bowl.
  • Stir together and add salt and apple cider vinegar.
  • Chop cilantro and add.
  • You may want to use less cilantro.
  • Adjust salt and vinegar to taste.

"ROASTED" CORN AND JALAPENO SALSA



This quick and easy salsa is delicious and will be a crowd pleaser!

Provided by Sarah Moore

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Corn Salsa Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (15.25 ounce) can sweet corn, drained
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
½ large red onion, chopped
½ lime, juiced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine corn and jalapeno pepper in a skillet over high heat. Cook and stir until edges start to blacken, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Combine onion, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Fold in cooled corn and jalapeno.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 358.3 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

"PLASTERED" PORK TACOS WITH APPLE-JALAPENO SALSA



I was in the mood for some pork tacos, but I was looking for a bit of a change of pace from the normal carnitas-style I would usually make, which led to this wild and crazy experiment. The "plaster" coating traps all the moisture and flavor of the pork in while it bakes, creating the best pork taco I've had in a while.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 12h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (3 1/2) pound bone-in pork shoulder roast
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups all-purpose flour, or more as needed
½ cup kosher salt
1 large egg white
¾ cup water, or more as needed
2 cups finely diced Honeycrisp apple
⅔ cup finely diced white onion
½ cup seeded and finely diced jalapeno pepper
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
2 limes, juiced, or to taste
2 pinches cayenne pepper
12 flour tortillas, warmed
2 limes, cut into wedges, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Season pork all over with rosemary and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Stir flour, salt, egg white, and water together in a large bowl until very smooth. Adjust with more flour it's too runny. Add pork shoulder and coat thoroughly.
  • Spread a few spoons of excess "plaster" into a baking dish or pan. Add, fat-side up. Use a spoon to re-apply plaster to any spots that need it, as well as to the top.
  • Roast in the center of the preheated oven until the surface is dry and hard and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 185 degrees F (85 degrees C), about 3 1/2 hours.
  • Let cool for 15 minutes to 1 hour. Break pork up into big chunks and transfer to plate. Add some of the pan juices that accumulated at the bottom of the pan. Cover with plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Combine apple, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, salt, lime juice, and cayenne in a bowl for salsa.
  • Slice chilled pork into strips and then cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • Heat a dry, nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Brown pork in the pan, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve pork on warm tortillas with the salsa and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.6 calories, Carbohydrate 59.7 g, Cholesterol 52.1 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 4494.2 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

JALAPENO PEACH SALSA



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This is a wonderful fruity, yet spicy salsa that's a great accompaniment for grilled seafood, (I especially enjoy it with grilled tuna, swordfish or shrimp). It's great with pita chips too. Please feel free to adjust the heat by using more or less jalapeno, depending on your personal taste. Cook time is chilling time.

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories     Sauces

Time 2h10m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (28 ounce) can sliced peaches, drained and diced
1/2 red onion, finely diced
1/2 jalapeno pepper, seeded,deveined and minced
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 lime, zest of
1 lime, juice of
1 tablespoon grated ginger
5 -7 dashes Tabasco jalapeno sauce
3 dashes peach/habanero hot sauce (optional)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Let sit refrigerated for at least a couple hours to allow the flavors mix and intensify.
  • Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

FIRE ROASTED TOMATO & JALAPEÑO SALSA



FIRE ROASTED TOMATO & JALAPEÑO SALSA image

Categories     Sauce     Tomato     Broil

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound (2 medium large round, or 6 to 8 roma/plum, preferred) red, ripe tomatoes
1 fresh jalapeño chile, or to taste
3 garlic cloves, unpeeled
Salt to taste (1/2 tsp. or more)
1/2 small white onion,finely chopped
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Freshly squeezed lime juice to taste (or 1 1/2 tsp. cider vinegar)

Steps:

  • Cover broiler pan or baking sheet with foil. Place the tomatoes on it and place the pan about 4 inches from the very hot broiler. Roast until blistered and blackened on one side, about 6 minutes. With tongs, turn the tomatoes and roast the other side. Remove and cool tomatoes. Heat an ungreased griddle or heavy skillet. Lay the jalapeño and garlic on it. Roast, turning occasionally with tongs, until the chile is blistered with some black spots, and garlic skins also are partially blackened. Remove and cool. Peel the skins off the garlic and remove the stem from the chile and roughly chop it into a few pieces. In a food processor place the cut up chile, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt and process to a coarse paste. Remove the skins from the tomatoes. Add tomatoes and any juice that may have collected during roasting to the food processor. Pulse a few times to create a coarse-textured puree. Transfer to a bowl. Place the chopped onion in a strainer and thoroughly rinse under running water. Shake off excess water and stir the onion into the salsa, along with the chopped cilantro. Add lime juice and additional salt to taste. You will probably need to thin the salsa with water to make it spoonable, usually about 1/4 cup. Cover and refrigerate if not serving immediately. It is best when served within 3 or 4 hours.

JALAPEñO-CILANTRO SALSA



Jalapeño-Cilantro Salsa image

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Lime     Summer     Jalapeño     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 large jalapeño chilies
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Char chilies over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides. Place in paper bag and seal. Let stand 10 minutes. Peel, seed and finely chop chilies. Place chilies in small bowl. Mix in oil and cilantro. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover and let stand at room temperature.) Mix lime juice into salsa. Season with salt and pepper.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and flavorful jalapeño peppers. Look for peppers that are deep green or red in color, with smooth, unblemished skin.
  • To reduce the heat of the salsa, remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapeño peppers before chopping them.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice will give your salsa the best flavor.
  • Chop the ingredients finely. This will help the salsa to come together and make it easier to eat.
  • Season the salsa to taste. Add salt, pepper, and cumin to taste, until the salsa is flavorful and balanced.
  • Let the salsa rest for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the salsa with tortilla chips, tacos, burritos, or other Mexican dishes.

Conclusion:

Jalapeno salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. Whether you like it mild or spicy, chunky or smooth, there is a jalapeno salsa recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a way to add some excitement to your meal, give jalapeno salsa a try.

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