Green Chili Salsa Dip Beware Very Hot
Ignite your taste buds with this bold and fiery Green Chili Salsa Dip—Beware, it's Very Hot! Packed with fresh serrano or jalapeño chilies, this salsa delivers an intense kick that's balanced by the brightness of lime juice and the herbaceous freshness of cilantro. Lightly charring the chilies and garlic beforehand introduces a subtle smoky depth, while a hint of ground cumin ties all the flavors together. Perfectly smooth and customizable in heat level, this quick-to-make dip is the ultimate companion to crispy tortilla chips, tacos, or grilled proteins. Just a 15-minute chill allows the flavors to meld beautifully, but whether you serve it fresh or chilled, one thing's for sure: this salsa is not for the faint of heart!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Fresh green chilies (serrano or jalapeño, adjust based on spice tolerance)
- 4 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 medium White onion, roughly chopped
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Filtered water
Instructions
Rinse the green chilies under cold water and pat them dry. Trim the stems but leave the seeds intact for maximum heat (remove seeds if you prefer a slightly milder salsa).
In a dry skillet over medium heat, lightly char the green chilies and garlic cloves for about 2-3 minutes, turning frequently until the skins blister and blacken slightly. This enhances the smoky flavor of the dip.
Once charred, transfer the chilies and garlic to a blender or food processor. Add the roughly chopped white onion, fresh cilantro leaves, lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, and salt.
Add the filtered water for blending and adjust based on desired consistency (less water for a thicker dip, more for a thinner salsa).
Blend the mixture until smooth. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure even blending.
Taste-test the salsa and adjust the salt or lime juice as needed to balance the flavors.
Pour the salsa into a serving bowl and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld (optional, but recommended).
Serve with your favorite tortilla chips, tacos, or grilled proteins. Warning: This salsa is very hot, so enjoy responsibly!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.2 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2435 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1462 mg | 31% | |
*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.
