Salsa Picante Recipe

This fiery Salsa Picante recipe, a family secret passed down from my sister, is far superior to any store-bought salsa! With its vibrant flavors and incredible versatility, it's perfect for tacos, nachos, dipping chips, or adding a zing to your favorite dishes. Get ready to experience salsa like never before!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 495 mins
Calories 218.2 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Salsa Picante

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How to Make Salsa Picante

  1. Finely chop the onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and tomatoes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chopped onion, jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat), cilantro, tomatoes, lime juice, and salt.
  3. Stir in the cumin and oregano.
  4. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more lime juice, salt, or jalapeño for desired flavor.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

196 g

Sugar

114g

Fat

1g

Carbs

16g