Roasted Serrano Salsa Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this intensely flavorful Roasted Serrano Salsa! Perfect as a fiery relish, this recipe (inspired by the Coyote Cafe) lets you customize the heat. Learn how to roast serrano peppers to perfection, unlocking their smoky sweetness and intense heat. Easily adjust the chili type for a milder version. Get ready for a salsa explosion!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 47.6 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Roasted Serrano Salsa

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How to Make Roasted Serrano Salsa

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Halve 1 pound of serrano peppers lengthwise and remove the stems.
  3. Place the serrano peppers cut-side down on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are blackened and slightly charred.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, peel off and discard about half of the blackened skin.
  6. Roughly chop the roasted serrano peppers.
  7. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped serranos with 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  8. Let the salsa stand at room temperature for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to fully develop. The salsa will keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Roasted Serrano Salsa?

Roasted Serrano Salsa takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Roasted Serrano Salsa?

Roasted Serrano Salsa has approximately 47.6 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Roasted Serrano Salsa?

The key ingredients for Roasted Serrano Salsa are Serrano Chilies, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Orange Juice, Yellow Bell Peppers, Cilantro. See the full list with measurements above.

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