Ingredients
– 4 medium-sized tomatoes
– 1 medium onion, quartered
– 2-3 jalapeño peppers (adjust for heat preference)
– 3 cloves garlic, unpeeled
– 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
– 1 lime, juiced
– Olive oil
– Salt, to taste
Instructions
Creating The Best Smoked Salsa is simple if you follow these steps:
1. Prepare Your Grill or Smoker: Preheat your grill or smoker to a medium-high heat, around 400°F (204°C).
2. Prepare the Vegetables: Toss the tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, and garlic with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt.
3. Grill the Vegetables: Place the vegetables directly on the grill grates. If using a smoker, place them on the rack setup for smoking.
4. Grill Until Charred: Grill the veggies for about 20 minutes, turning occasionally until they are charred all around. The garlic should be soft.
5. Remove and Cool: Once charred, remove the vegetables from the grill and allow them to cool for a few minutes.
6. Peel the Garlic: Once cool enough to handle, peel the garlic cloves.
7. Blend the Salsa: In a blender or food processor, combine the grilled tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, garlic, cilantro, and lime juice. Pulse until blended but still slightly chunky.
8. Taste and Adjust: Adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice as preferred.
9. Chill: For the best flavor, let the salsa chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
With these steps, you’re well on your way to creating an incredible batch of smoked salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-6
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Fat: 4g
- Protein: 1g