Chile De Arbol Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this authentic Chile de Arbol salsa! Perfect for adding a fiery kick to tacos, soups like caldo de res, or anything that needs a serious heat boost. This easy recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, resulting in a vibrant and intensely flavorful salsa that's sure to impress.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 16.3 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chile De Arbol

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How to Make Chile De Arbol

  1. Add 1 cup of dried chiles de arbol to a small saucepan and cover with 1 cup of water.
  2. Bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the chiles are softened.
  3. Carefully transfer the chiles and their cooking liquid to a blender. Add 1/2 cup chopped white onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon cumin.
  4. Blend on high speed for 3-5 minutes, or until completely smooth. Add a little more water if needed to reach desired consistency.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g