Rotel Tomatoes Homemade Copycat
Elevate your recipes with this easy and flavorful Rotel Tomatoes Homemade Copycat! Made with a vibrant mix of diced tomatoes, zesty green chilies, and aromatic garlic and onions, this DIY version captures the rich, spicy-sweet essence of the iconic canned favorite. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for adding a homemade touch to dishes like queso, soups, casseroles, or even tacos. Customizable with fresh or canned ingredients, a hint of cilantro, and optional cumin for added depth, this recipe brings bold flavor to your kitchen with minimal effort. Plus, it’s perfect for meal prepping—store it in your fridge to enhance your meals all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup Green chilies (diced, fresh or canned)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic (minced)
- 1 small Onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped, optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin (optional for added flavor)
Instructions
If using fresh tomatoes, remove the cores, peel them if desired, and dice into small pieces to measure 2 cups. If using canned diced tomatoes, drain excess liquid before measuring.
Dice the green chilies into small pieces if using fresh chilies. If using canned, drain and measure 1 cup.
In a medium-sized saucepan, heat over medium heat and add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Add the diced tomatoes, green chilies, salt, black pepper, and cumin (if using) to the saucepan. Stir well to combine the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. For an optional burst of freshness, stir in chopped cilantro just before serving.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature if you plan to store it. This homemade Rotel can be used immediately in recipes or stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3421 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1539 mg | 33% | |
*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.
