Table Salsa
"An everyday salsa that can be used for any meal. Recipe adapted from María Teresa Bermúdez' Mexican Family Favorites cookbook. (Chilitepins are the tiny, seedy red peppers, very hot! You don't have to use them.)"
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (30.1 g)
- Calories 8.6
- Total Fat - 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat - 0.1 g
- Cholesterol - 0.3 mg
- Sodium - 57.8 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 1.3 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.4 g
- Sugars - 0.8 g
- Protein - 0.5 g
- Calcium - 3.5 mg
- Iron - 0.1 mg
- Vitamin C - 3.9 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Mix all ingredients, adding seasoinings last, in a blender. Mix for desired thickness.
Step 2
Salsa will keep for a week refrigerated.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When picking tomatoes, choose ones that are ripe and firm.
- If chilitepins are not available, substitute with another hot pepper, such as a habanero or serrano.
- Substitute the jalapeño chile for a milder green bell pepper. This substitution will reduce the spiciness of the salsa, making it more accessible to people with sensitive palates.
- Substitute the tomato paste for diced fresh tomatoes. This substitution will add a more flavorful, natural taste to the salsa, as well as a more vibrant color.
Mild Table Salsa Omit the chilitepin, reduce the jalapeño to 1/2 a pepper, and reduce the amount of pepper and salt to 1/8 teaspoon each. Add 1/4 teaspoon of sugar for sweetness.
Grilled Chicken Fajitas - A perfect way to enjoy the fresh Table Salsa! Serve the salsa over grilled chicken fajitas for a flavorful and healthy meal. The smoky flavor of the grilled chicken will pair perfectly with the fresh ingredients in the salsa.
Mexican Street Corn - This delicious side dish is a great way to add some extra flavor to the meal. The sweet and spicy flavors of the corn combined with the creamy mayonnaise and salty cheese will provide a delicious contrast to the smoky grilled chicken fajitas. It's also a great way to add some extra vegetables to the meal!
FAQ
Q: How can I adjust the spiciness of the salsa?
A: You can adjust the spiciness of the salsa by increasing or decreasing the amount of jalapeño chile or chilitepin (optional) you add. You can also adjust the amount of pepper, salt, and paprika to your desired taste.
Q: How long should I cook the salsa?
A: The cooking time for salsa varies depending on the ingredients used. Generally, it should be cooked for 15-20 minutes over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
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Fun facts:
The jalapeño chile is native to Mexico and is one of the most popular peppers in the world. It is often used in Mexican cuisine and is often featured in the popular dish, nachos.
The tomato paste used in this recipe is a popular ingredient in Mexican cuisine and was first introduced to Mexico by the Spanish in the 16th century.