Salsa Borracha or Drunk Salsa
Bold, smoky, and infused with a boozy twist, Salsa Borracha—or Drunk Salsa—is a quintessential Mexican condiment that elevates any dish it graces. This rich and complex salsa features a blend of toasted guajillo and pasilla chiles, charred Roma tomatoes, and garlic, all simmered together with a splash of dark beer or tequila for a distinctive depth of flavor. Sweetened lightly with piloncillo or dark brown sugar and finished with a quick sauté in vegetable oil, this salsa strikes the perfect balance between smoky, spicy, and savory. Whether ladled over tacos, paired with grilled meats, or served with a basket of warm tortilla chips, Salsa Borracha is a crowd-pleaser that adds an authentic Mexican flair to your table. Don't miss out on this vibrant, alcohol-laced salsa that's perfect for adventurous taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces dried guajillo chiles
- 3 pieces dried pasilla chiles
- 2 pieces Roma tomatoes
- 0.5 pieces white onion
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 0.25 cups dark beer or tequila
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoons piloncillo or dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 cups water
Instructions
Heat a dry skillet or griddle over medium heat. Toast the guajillo and pasilla chiles for 10–15 seconds on each side, until fragrant and slightly darkened. Be careful not to burn them, as this will make the salsa bitter.
Remove the toasted chiles and let them cool slightly. Then, use scissors to cut the chiles open and remove the seeds and stems. Set aside.
In the same skillet, roast the tomatoes, half onion, and garlic cloves. Turn them occasionally until they are charred on all sides, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from the heat.
In a small pot, combine the toasted chiles, charred tomatoes, onion, and garlic. Add 0.5 cups of water and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes to soften the chiles.
Remove the pot from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly. Transfer to a blender or food processor.
Add the dark beer (or tequila), salt, and piloncillo (or dark brown sugar) to the blender. Blend until smooth, adding a bit more water if needed to achieve your desired consistency.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a small pan over medium heat. Carefully pour in the blended salsa and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to deepen the flavors.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm or at room temperature with chips, tacos, or grilled meats. Enjoy your delicious Salsa Borracha!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
425 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.9 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2416 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.8 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.6 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 123 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1598 mg | 34% | |
*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.
