Mateo’s Better then Your Taco Shop Salsa

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 1
Mateo's Better than Your Taco Shop Salsa recipe for your Mexican fiesta
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Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 chili de arbol dried chilies
4 sweet chili peppers
3 garlic cloves
1 can diced tomatoes
1/2 red onion
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 handful cilantro
2 limes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
45
Sugar
3g
Fat
1g
This homemade salsa recipe originated in San Diego, California and was created by Mateo, who has been making this recipe for over thirty years. The ingredients are fresh and easy to find at any local grocery store. This salsa is perfect for any Mexican-inspired meal, such as tacos or enchiladas. The flavor is robust and fresh, with just the right amount of heat. Impress your family and friends by serving them Mateo's Better than Your Taco Shop Salsa at your next fiesta!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2.Remove stems from dried chilies and shake out seeds, discarding them. Rinse chilies to insure no seeds are left, then dry with a towel.
3.In a large bowl mix together dried chilies, sweet peppers, and garlic with one tablespoon of olive oil.
4.Spread mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven until tender and the skin starts to blister, about 15-20 minutes.
5.Remove from oven and let cool. Once cooled, remove the skin from the garlic and add the roasted vegetables to a food processor.
6.Add diced tomatoes, red onion, cumin, pepper, salt, brown sugar, and cilantro to the food processor and pulse until the desired consistency is achieved.
7.Cut limes and squeeze into the salsa. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

PROS

Mateo’s Better than Your Taco Shop Salsa is easy to make and perfect for any Mexican-themed dinner party.
It is packed with fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and it is low in calories and fat.

CONS

If you are sensitive to spicy food, you may want to omit some of the chili peppers in this recipe.
It can also be a bit time-consuming to make.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salsa is high in vitamin C and fiber. It is also low in calories and fat, making it a healthy addition to any meal. The garlic and onions in this recipe have been linked to supporting immune system health, while chili peppers may aid in reducing inflammation and promoting weight loss.

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