Tay’s Hot and Spicy Salsa

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 19

Tay's Hot and Spicy Salsa Recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

Fat

0.4g

Tay's Hot and Spicy Salsa is a perfect accompaniment to any meal. The dish originated in Latin America and is popular all over the world today. This salsa recipe is quick and easy to make, and provides the perfect balance of acidity and spiciness. Serve it with tortilla chips, tacos, or use it as a sauce for meats or fish. The combination of fresh jalapenos, banana pepper, and cilantro gives this homemade salsa its signature spicy flavor. Try this recipe for a healthy and delicious snack or meal addition.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
2.	Cut the jalapenos and banana pepper in half. Remove the seeds and stems from the peppers.
3.	Line a baking sheet with foil and place the peppers, garlic and tomatoes in a single layer on the sheet. Roast for 20 minutes.
4.	Add the roasted peppers, garlic, cilantro leaves, and lime juice to a food processor. Pulse for several seconds until you get a chunky texture.
5.	Add can of diced tomatoes and house seasoning to the mixture and pulse again.
6.	Serve the salsa at room temperature for best results. It can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

PROS

Tay’s Hot and Spicy Salsa has a tantalizing flavor that will keep you coming back for more.
It’s quick and easy to make and adds a nice kick to any dish.
The salsa is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants.

CONS

The recipe includes jalapenos which can be too spicy for some.
If you are sensitive to spice, consider using less or omitting them.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tay’s Hot and Spicy Salsa is not only delicious but it’s also good for you. The main ingredient, tomatoes, are a great source of lycopene, an antioxidant that may reduce the risk of heart disease and some cancers. Peppers are also rich in vitamin C, which supports the immune system. Garlic has multiple health benefits such as decreasing blood pressure as well as having anti-inflammatory properties.

	2 fresh jalapenos
	1 bunch fresh cilantro leaves
	1 garlic clove
	1 banana pepper
	1 lime , juice of
	1 teaspoon house seasoning , recipe follows
	1 can diced tomatoes