El Torito Salsa Version of
Elevate your salsa game with this irresistible 'El Torito Salsa' recipe, a fresh and flavorful blend inspired by classic Mexican cuisine. This homemade salsa stands out with its perfectly roasted Roma tomatoes and jalapeño peppers, which bring a delightful smoky depth to every bite. Balanced with zesty lime juice, fragrant cilantro, and a hint of cumin, this versatile dip is the perfect complement to tortilla chips, tacos, or your favorite Mexican dishes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing salsa is easy to make and bursting with authentic flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to a Mexican cantina. Perfect for parties, taco nights, or everyday snacking, this recipe is a must-try for salsa lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 whole Roma tomatoes
- 2 whole Jalapeño peppers
- 0.5 medium, diced Yellow onion
- 0.5 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
Place the Roma tomatoes and jalapeño peppers on the skillet and roast them for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred on all sides.
Once roasted, remove the tomatoes and jalapeños from the skillet and allow them to cool slightly.
Peel the charred skin off the tomatoes and cut off the stems from the jalapeños. Remove the seeds from the jalapeños if you prefer a milder salsa.
In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted tomatoes, jalapeños, diced onion, chopped cilantro, garlic cloves, lime juice, salt, ground cumin, olive oil, and water.
Blend the mixture until you reach your desired consistency (chunky or smooth). Adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lime juice as needed.
Transfer the salsa to a bowl and let it sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the salsa with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, or any of your favorite Mexican dishes. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.1 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2388 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1000 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
