Ingredients

8 cups roma tomatoes
4 cups sweet peppers , chopped
2 cups onions , minced
4 garlic cloves
1 hot pepper ( such as jalepeno )
1 -2 tablespoon chipotle pepper , pureed
3/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons paprika
16 ounces tomato paste
1/4 cup cilantro , copped
This Chipotle Salsa recipe is perfect for anyone looking to add a little bit of spice and smokiness to their dishes. The best part is that it can be canned, so you can enjoy it all year round without having to worry about the ingredients going bad. Whether you're using it as a dip, spread, or topping, this salsa is sure to bring a delightful additional depth of flavor to any dish.

Instructions

1.Roast the tomatoes and sweet peppers on a baking sheet at 400°F until blackened, approximately 25-30 minutes.
2.In a large pot, combine the roasted tomatoes, sweet peppers, onions, garlic, hot pepper and chipotle pepper puree and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.
3.Add the cider vinegar, salt, sugar, paprika, tomato paste, and cilantro to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
4.Cook the mixture over low heat for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the desired consistency.
5.Ladle the hot salsa into sterilized canning jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Remove any air bubbles, wipe the rims, and secure the lids and rings.
6.Process the jars in a boiling water canner for 15 minutes and allow them to cool on the counter for 24 hours.

PROS

This salsa is easy to make, and perfect for canning!
The chipotle pepper adds a nice smokiness to the salsa, which complements the sweetness of the roasted peppers and tomatoes.

CONS

While this recipe is perfect for canning, it does require a little bit of time and effort.

If the spice level of the salsa is too much for your liking, try reducing the amount of chipotle pepper used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salsa is packed with nutrients from the fresh vegetables that are used, making it a healthy addition to any meal.
Tomatoes contain lycopene, an antioxidant that is linked to reducing the risk of cancer and heart disease, while peppers are high in vitamin C.

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