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Ghost Pepper Salsa
Light your taste buds ablaze with this fiery Ghost Pepper Salsa. This salsa, hailing from the regions of Northeast India, combines the blistering heat of ghost peppers, the world's one of the hottest chili peppers, with the freshness of tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. It's a flavor explosion that's not for the faint-hearted but a must-try for heat enthusiasts. With every bite, you'll be taken on a culinary journey that's packed with flavor and an unforgettable kick.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- Ghost peppers
- 2, finely chopped
- Tomatoes
- 4, finely chopped
- Red onion
- 1 medium, finely chopped
- Cilantro
- 1/4 cup, finely chopped
- Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons
- Salt
- 1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon
- Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Wearing gloves to protect your hands from the heat, finely chop the ghost peppers, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped ghost peppers, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- Add the lime juice, salt, garlic powder, and cumin to the bowl.
- Using a spoon, mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt for saltiness or lime juice for acidity.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salsa for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together and intensify.
- Serve the Ghost Pepper Salsa with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, nachos, or grilled meats. Enjoy the fiery flavors!
Dietary Information
Servings: 8 • Dish Type: Appetizer • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Chill Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 15 • Fat: 0g • Carbs: 3g • Protein: 1g • Sodium: 300mg • Sugar: 2g
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