Paula's Easy Homemade Tastes Like Fresh Salsa Recipe

Craving a fiery, fresh salsa that'll blow your mind? Look no further! This easy homemade recipe, better than store-bought and even my famous "Hotter 'n Hell" salsa, delivers a delicious kick in just minutes. Perfect for chips, tacos, or as a vibrant topping for your favorite dishes. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 58.9 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.2 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Paula's Easy Homemade Tastes Like Fresh Salsa

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How to Make Paula's Easy Homemade Tastes Like Fresh Salsa

  1. Roughly chop 1 medium white onion and 2-3 jalapeños (adjust to your spice preference). Add to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped but not pureed.
  2. Add one 10-ounce can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (with its juices), 1 (28-ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, and 1 (4-ounce) can of diced green chilies. Process until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl. Stir in 1 tablespoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of oregano, 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. For an extra fiery kick (proceed with caution!), add 2 (10-ounce) cans of Rotel Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

0g

Carbs

4g