Chipotle Tomato Salsa Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Bogotá with this authentic Chipotle Tomato Salsa recipe, straight from the acclaimed Latin Bistro & Mojito Bar in Brooklyn, NY! This zesty, slightly thin salsa is bursting with fresh tomatoes, smoky chipotle peppers, and aromatic spices. Perfect as a warm or cold accompaniment to beef empanadas, pork dishes, soups, stuffed sweet plantains, or your favorite tortilla or plantain chips. Get ready for a taste of Bogotá in your kitchen!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 108.2 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Chipotle Tomato Salsa 28

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chipotle Tomato Salsa

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How to Make Chipotle Tomato Salsa

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a 5-quart pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, thinly sliced, and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
  3. Add 28 ounces (approximately 790g) canned crushed tomatoes, 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, 1 tablespoon chipotle powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 2 cloves minced garlic. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Carefully remove from heat. Use an immersion blender or transfer to a regular blender to puree the salsa until smooth. If using a regular blender, vent the lid to prevent pressure buildup.
  5. Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Stir in salt to your liking (start with 1/2 teaspoon and adjust).
  7. Serve warm or cold with your favorite dishes! Beef empanadas, pork dishes, soups, stuffed sweet plantains, tortilla chips, and plantain chips are all excellent choices.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

0g

Carbs

8g