Description
This Restaurant Style Salsa is a flavorful and smooth salsa recipe perfect for serving with corn chips or as a versatile dip. Made with fresh onions, jalapeño, canned crushed tomatoes, diced green chilies, cilantro, and a blend of seasonings, it offers a balanced combination of heat, acidity, and spices. The salsa is easy to prepare using a food processor and benefits from chilling before serving to allow flavors to meld beautifully.
Ingredients
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Salsa Ingredients
- 1/4 cup chopped onion (white, brown, or yellow)
- 1 tbsp jalapeño pepper, seeds removed, roughly chopped (fresh preferred, canned acceptable)
- 400g / 14 oz canned crushed tomato (best quality)
- 4 oz / 120g canned diced green chiles
- 1/4 cup packed cilantro/coriander, roughly chopped
- 1/2 tbsp plus extra lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Place the chopped onion and jalapeño in the food processor bowl first to ensure even blending.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the canned crushed tomato, diced green chilies, roughly chopped cilantro, 1/2 tablespoon lime juice, minced garlic, sugar, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin to the food processor.
- Blend to Desired Consistency: Pulse or blend the mixture until you achieve your preferred texture. The recipe suggests blending until smooth for maximum flavor release from the ingredients.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste your salsa with a corn chip and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt or lime juice to balance the flavors.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the salsa for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and develop richness. Serve chilled alongside corn chips or your favorite dippers.
Notes
- Fresh jalapeño is preferred for better flavor, but canned jalapeños can be used in a pinch.
- Use high-quality canned crushed tomatoes for a richer taste.
- The salsa can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Adjust heat by including or removing jalapeño seeds according to your spice tolerance.
- Can be used as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or salads beyond just a dip.
