Five Brothers Roasted Salsa

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 14

Five Brothers Roasted Salsa that will tingle your taste buds

by The Chefin Condiment

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

Fat

0.5g

The Five Brothers Roasted Salsa is a Mexican-style condiment that is flavorful and versatile. It's an excellent addition to any dish, or it can be a healthy snack consumed any time of the day. The recipe requires a bit of roasting and blending of vegetables, which can be a bit of work. Still, the final result is a wonderful mix of charred vegetables combined with fresh cilantro and citrus juice that provides a delicious Mexican zest to any cuisine.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2.	De-stem and cut the serrano chilies and tomatoes into halves.
3.	Spread the tomatoes, chilies and onion onto a baking sheet.
4.	Add garlic cloves (unpeeled) onto the sheet and roast for about 12-15 minutes, or until all the vegetables are charred slightly.
5.	Use a food processor to blend the roasted vegetables or chop them fine with a knife.
6.	Add cilantro, lemon juice, and orange juice/honey into the mixture.
7.	Season with salt and pepper as per taste, and the salsa is ready.
8.

PROS

The Five Brothers Roasted Salsa is tasty, fresh, and healthy.

It is an ideal side garnish to any Mexican dish or used as a dip for chips or veggies.

CONS

The salsa may be too spicy for some people who are not used to eating spicy foods.

The recipe requires precise roasting of the ingredients to get the perfect charred flavor, which can be a bit of a challenge to newcomers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Serrano chilies have capsaicin, which boosts metabolism and burns calories faster. Tomatoes are fibre-rich and contain antioxidants that protect the body from damage caused by free radicals. Garlic boosts the immune system. The Five Brothers Roasted Salsa is low in calories and fat content, making it an ideal appetizer or snack for health-conscious people.

	8 -9 serrano chilies
	3 -4 roma tomatoes
	1/4 large onion
	3 garlic cloves
	1/3 cup cilantro
	1/4 cup lemon juice or 1/4 cup lime juice
	2 -3 tablespoons orange juice or 1 tablespoon honey
	salt and pepper