Los Salsa Roja de Grackles

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 13
Savory and spicy salsa recipe for your next gathering
in Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 large tomatoes
1 can tomato sauce
2 tomatillos
2 -4 jalapenos
1 medium yellow onion
1 tablespoon cumin
2 drops Tabasco sauce
3 -4 sprigs cilantro
1 lime , juice of

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
60
Sugar
7g
Fat
1g
Los Salsa Roja de Grackles is a traditional Mexican salsa that originated from the city of Guadalajara. The name Grackles refers to the birds that are prevalent in the region. This salsa is often served with tacos or as an appetizer with tortilla chips. The use of roasted vegetables gives it a smoky and rich flavor, while the jalapenos add a spicy kick. The dish is perfect for gatherings or parties as it can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. This recipe is easy to customize according to individual heat preferences.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 450°F.
2.Cut tomatoes in halves and place in a baking dish with tomatillos, jalapenos, and onion.
3.Roast the vegetables in the oven until they are charred and slightly browned.
4.Remove from oven and let cool.
5.Remove the seeds from jalapenos and chop all the vegetables finely.
6.Place the chopped vegetables in a blender or food processor and add tomato sauce, cumin, Tabasco, and cilantro sprigs.
7.Puree until desired consistency.
8.Squeeze lime juice on top and serve chilled.

PROS

Los Salsa Roja de Grackles is a delicious appetizer that can pair well with tortilla chips or tacos.
The roasted vegetables give it a smoky and earthy flavor while the jalapenos give it a spicy kick.

The ingredients used in this recipe are easily accessible and affordable.
This salsa is packed with antioxidants and vitamin C from the tomatoes and tomatillos.

CONS

The heat level of this salsa may be too much for some palates, so it’s important to remove the seeds from jalapenos if a milder salsa is desired.

This recipe is not recommended for those who are allergic to nightshades like tomatoes and tomatillos.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes and tomatillos are low in calories and high in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants like lycopene and beta-carotene. They have been linked to reducing the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease and cancer.
Jalapenos contain capsaicin, a compound that has anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. Capsaicin has also been linked to boosting metabolism and aiding in weight loss.

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