Canned (Bottled) Salsa

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 15
Homemade Canned Salsa Recipe
in Salsa

Prep

60 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

120 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 quarts plum tomatoes
pickling salt
6 large onions
2 -3 heads garlic
1 lb jalapeno pepper
6 large mild bell peppers
2 1/2 cups minced cilantro
1/4 cup ground cumin
1 can tomato paste
3 tablespoons lime juice ( Per 500 ml jar )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
18
Sugar
2g
Fat
0g
Canned Salsa is a popular condiment in Mexican cuisine, and it is used as a topping on tacos, burritos, and other Mexican dishes. This homemade canned salsa recipe is perfect for preserving the fresh summer tomatoes. This recipe has mild flavors, adjusts it as per your preference for spice. The best part of this recipe is it can be stored up to a year in the refrigerator. To can the salsa, follow proper canning techniques to ensure the safety and shelf-life of the salsa.

Instructions

1.Wash the tomatoes and chop them in a food processor or by hand, leaving them slightly chunky.
2.Add the tomatoes in a large pot and turn the heat to medium high.
3.Add 1/4 cup of pickling salt to the tomatoes and stir to combine. Let it sit for an hour or two, then drain the liquid from the tomatoes.
4.In the same pot, add the minced onions and garlic and sauté until onions are translucent.
5.Add the chopped jalapenos and bell peppers and cook for 5 minutes.
6.Add the drained tomatoes, tomato paste, ground cumin, and minced cilantro and cook on low heat for 30 minutes until the salsa has thickened.
7.Turn off the heat and add lime juice to the salsa.
8.Ladle the salsa into sterilized jars and seal with Mason jar lids.

PROS

Homemade canned salsa is easy to make and is perfect for preserving summer tomatoes!
The recipe has a mild flavor which can be adjusted by adding more jalapenos or spicier pepper.

This canned salsa is preservative-free, unlike the store-bought versions.

CONS

Homemade canned salsa is time-consuming and requires a lot of tomato chopping and dicing.

The recipe requires proper canning techniques to prevent spoilage of the salsa.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.
Cilantro is an excellent source of vitamin K, which plays a vital role in bone health and blood clotting.
Garlic has been shown to have antibacterial and antiviral properties, which helps boost the immune system.

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