Smoky Four-Pepper Salsa

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 4
Spicy and Delicious Smoky Four-Pepper Salsa Recipe
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Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ripe plum tomatoes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 poblano peppers
4 Anaheim chile peppers
1 jalapeno chile pepper , or more to taste
1 large green bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1/4 onion
2 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon mesquite flavored liquid smoke concentrate ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
50
Sugar
3g
Fat
2g
Smoky four-pepper salsa is a Tex-Mex style salsa that is a popular party appetizer in the United States. The roasted tomatoes and peppers give the salsa a smoky flavor that makes it a unique and flavorful dip, perfect for sharing with friends and family. This recipe calls for green bell pepper, poblano peppers, Anaheim chile peppers, and jalapeno peppers, along with onion, garlic, and cilantro to add freshness and bite to the dip. Make this salsa ahead of time and refrigerate for a couple of hours to let the flavors blend. Enjoy it with some crispy tortilla chips or as a condiment to your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes.

Instructions

1.Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
2.Place the tomatoes onto the preheated grill and cook until charred and tender, about 5 minutes per side.
3.Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir poblano peppers, Anaheim chile peppers, jalapeno pepper, and green bell pepper in hot oil until slightly softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Cool peppers slightly.
4.Coarsely chop roasted tomatoes, cooked peppers, cilantro, onion, and garlic in a food processor fitted with a chopping blade.
5.Transfer chopped tomato mixture to a large bowl. Stir in vinegar, salt, and liquid smoke concentrate until thoroughly combined. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
6.

PROS

This smoky four-pepper salsa is spicy, flavorful, and perfect as a dip with tortilla chips, or served as an accompaniment to grilled chicken, fish, or steak.

It is a low-fat and low-calorie snack that is rich in vitamins and antioxidants and
is also suitable for people who follow vegan and gluten-free diets.

CONS

The jalapeno chile pepper in the recipe can make the salsa very spicy for some people’s taste.

The mesquite flavored liquid smoke concentrate is optional in the recipe, but it can add a smoky flavor that may not appeal to everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants and vitamins, and they have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and cancer.
The peppers in the recipe are rich in vitamins C and A, and they help to boost the immune system and reduce inflammation.
The onion and garlic help to improve digestion and reduce inflammation.

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