Best 4 Salsa De Chile Morita Recipes

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**Salsa de Chile Morita: A Spicy and Savory Mexican Sauce**

Salsa de chile morita is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican sauce made with dried morita chiles, roasted tomatoes, onions, and garlic. The chiles are de-seeded and soaked until softened, then blended with the other ingredients to create a smooth and tangy sauce. This versatile sauce can be used as a condiment for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and other Mexican dishes, or as a marinade for meats and vegetables. It can also be added to soups and stews for an extra kick of flavor. With its perfect balance of heat, smokiness, and acidity, salsa de chile morita is a must-try for any fan of Mexican cuisine.

**Three Delicious Salsa de Chile Morita Recipes:**

1. **Classic Salsa de Chile Morita:** This recipe is a traditional take on the classic salsa de chile morita, made with dried morita chiles, roasted tomatoes, onions, garlic, and cilantro. It is a versatile sauce that can be used as a condiment or marinade.

2. **Salsa de Chile Morita with Roasted Poblano Peppers:** This variation on the classic salsa adds roasted poblano peppers for a smoky and complex flavor. The roasted peppers are blended with the other ingredients to create a rich and flavorful sauce.

3. **Salsa de Chile Morita with Avocado:** This creamy and flavorful salsa is made with avocado, sour cream, and cilantro. It is a great way to add a creamy texture and a touch of acidity to salsa de chile morita.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHILE MORITA SALSA



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Salsa Macha is made out of dried peppers that are gently fried and then ground to form the sauce. Some versions use Arbol, Morita, or Serrano peppers, while others use a mixture of Morita and Chipotle. Variations include the addition of peanuts and garlic cloves.

Provided by Mely Martínez

Categories     Salsas

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 tablespoons vegetable oil*
12 Morita peppers (cleaned and seeded)
4 small garlic cloves (or 2 large)
1 cup of hot water
Salt to season

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the peppers and garlic cloves and fry. Peppers will inflate when ready. This step is quick, so make sure not to burn the peppers to avoid a bitter tasting salsa.
  • Remove peppers and garlic cloves, place in a bowl with the cup of hot water, and let them soak for about 8-10 minutes.
  • Place in a blender with about ½ of the soaking water and the oil where the peppers and garlic were fried. Process until you have a rather grainy textured salsa. Season with salt and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Tbsp, Calories 52 kcal, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g

SALSA DE CHILE MORITA



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Provided by Bernardo Bukantz

Categories     Sauce     Tomato     Appetizer     Side     Low Fat     Kid-Friendly     High Fiber     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Chile Pepper     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 morita chiles, seeds removed
1 pound plum tomatoes
1 small onion, unpeeled, halved through root
3 garlic cloves, unpeeled
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Soak chiles in a bowl of very hot water until softened, 20-25 minutes. Drain and transfer to a blender.
  • Meanwhile, cook tomatoes, onion, and garlic in a dry large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium-high, turning often, until softened and charred in spots, 5-8 minutes. Set onion and garlic aside; transfer tomatoes to blender.
  • Once cool enough to handle, peel onion and garlic and place in blender along with oil, vinegar, and sugar. Blend until smooth. Season with salt.
  • Do ahead: Salsa can be made 5 days ahead. Cover and chill.

SALSA DE MORITA



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Unlike the usual table salsa, salsa de morita is more like a paste to be used as a spread for cemitas and other sandwiches. The combination of dark, medium-heat chiles and piloncillo gives this salsa a flavor reminiscent of a spicy-sweet barbecue sauce.

Provided by Gonzalo Guzmán

Categories     Salsa     Sauce     Condiment     Chile Pepper     Hot Pepper

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups stemmed dried morita chiles
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon ground piloncillo or brown sugar
1/4 white onion, coarsely chopped
2 whole cloves
1 bay leaf
1 clove garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small pot, combine all of the ingredients except the oil with 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer; cover the pot and let cook at a low simmer, stirring occasionally, for 2 hours.
  • Transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until very smooth. With the blender motor running, slowly add the olive oil, blending until incorporated. Taste and add more salt as needed.

CHILE MORITA SALSA



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Some friends sent me some morita chiles (dried chipotles, basically) from their travels in Texas and Mexico, so I looked up recipes and found this one courtesy of seriouseats.com. Very simple (3 ingredients + a bit of water!) and *way* delicious! If you can't find moritas, you can substitute chipotles. We served as a dip for chips, but the poster recommends it both as a marinade and a topping for beef -- got to try that next!

Provided by lecole54

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 morita chilies, dried
1 lb tomatillo, husks removed
1 garlic clove, unpeeled and cut in half
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Take the moritas and cook them in a hot dry cast-iron skillet until they inflate and start to pop a little (about two minutes). Into the cast-iron skillet, pour water over the chiles, turn off the heat, and allow them to soften and become plumper, which will take about half an hour.
  • Meanwhile, stir the whole tomatillos in another skillet until they blister and black spots appear. Immediately transfer them to a blender. Place the garlic, moritas and a pinch of salt in the blender, and puree until smooth. It will be a deep red color with lots of seeds.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and flavorful chiles morita for the best salsa.
  • Toast the chiles morita in a comal or skillet to enhance their flavor.
  • Rehydrate the chiles morita in hot water until they are soft and pliable.
  • Remove the seeds and veins from the chiles morita before blending them to reduce the heat level of the salsa.
  • Add other ingredients to the salsa, such as tomatoes, onions, garlic, and cilantro, to create a more complex flavor profile.
  • Season the salsa with salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste.
  • Serve the salsa immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use.

Conclusion:

Salsa de chile morita 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 taste preferences. Whether you like it mild, medium, or hot, salsa de chile morita is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a way to add some spice to your meal, give this recipe a try!

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