Authentic Mexican Restaurant Style Salsa

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 2
Authentic Mexican Restaurant Style Salsa
in Appetizer

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 can crushed tomatoes
10 slices pickled jalapeno peppers with juice , or to taste
10 cilantro leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
20
Sugar
2g
Fat
0g
Mexican restaurant-style salsa is a fresh and flavorful dip with a slight kick of heat. This recipe uses pantry staples like canned tomatoes and pickled jalapenos, making it easy to whip up at home whenever a craving strikes. It's perfect for snacking on with chips while watching the game or for adding to your favorite Mexican dishes like tacos, burritos, or fajitas. You can adjust the spiciness to your liking by adding more or fewer jalapenos. This recipe makes enough for a small gathering or for enjoying throughout the week.

Instructions

1.In a blender or food processor, combine the crushed tomatoes, pickled jalapeno peppers with juice, cilantro leaves, salt, and garlic powder.
2.Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
3.Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
4.Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

PROS

This salsa is quick and easy to make with just a few simple ingredients.

It’s perfect for serving with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled meats.

The pickled jalapenos give it a tangy kick of spice.

CONS

This salsa is on the spicier side, so it may not be suitable for those who don’t like spicy foods.

The canned tomatoes may have added preservatives or sodium.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salsa is a low-calorie and low-fat snack option, and the fresh cilantro provides a good source of vitamin K.
The garlic and jalapenos may also have immune-boosting properties.

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