Spicy Tomato Salsa with Cilantro and Chiles
A vibrant and zesty Mexican-style salsa made with fresh tomatoes, jalapeños, and aromatic cilantro. This versatile condiment balances heat from two types of chiles with the brightness of lime and fresh herbs.
4 servings
15 min
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Ingredients
- •2 medium tomatoes
- •2 cloves garlic
- •2 whole jalapeño peppers
- •2 whole dried chile de arbol
- •1 tablespoon lime juice
- •1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- •1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- •2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- •⅓ cup finely chopped red onion
- •rinsed in cool water and drained
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and cook tomatoes and garlic 2 minutes. Drain and rinse with cool water. Peel and core tomatoes.
10 min
- 2.
In a food processor or blender, blend first seven ingredients until mostly smooth. Transfer tomato mixture to a mixing bowl and fold in cilantro and onion. Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve.
5 min
