Teresa's Recipes
Smoky Chipotle Salsa
This vibrant and smoky chipotle salsa is a flavor explosion that brings a delightful kick to your dishes. The rich, juicy tomatoes meld beautifully with the fiery heat of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, creating a salsa that's perfect for dipping, drizzling, or enhancing tacos and burritos. With fresh cilantro and zesty lime juice, this salsa celebrates the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine, making it a must-have for any gathering. Historically, chipotle peppers, which are smoked jalapeños, have been used for centuries, adding a depth of flavor that transforms simple ingredients into something extraordinary. Get ready to elevate your meals with this irresistible concoction!
Ingredients
- 2-3, minced (with some adobo sauce) Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 4 medium, chopped Ripe tomatoes
- 1/2 cup, finely chopped Red onion
- 1/4 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed Lime juice
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- to taste Salt
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 8
- Dish Type: Condiment
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 20
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Sugar: 1g
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, combine the minced chipotle peppers (including a tablespoon of adobo sauce for added depth), chopped tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, freshly squeezed lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, granulated sugar, and salt.
- Blend the mixture until smooth or to your desired texture, adjusting the consistency with a splash of water if necessary.
- Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lime juice to enhance the flavors.
- Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and cover. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Serve chilled with crispy tortilla chips or as a zesty topping for tacos, burritos, grilled meats, or nachos.
Tips
- For an extra kick, add a finely chopped jalapeño or extra chipotle peppers.
- If you prefer a chunkier salsa, pulse the ingredients in the blender a few times instead of blending completely.
- This salsa can be made a day ahead for even better flavor development!