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Spicy Salsa Recipe

Bursting with fresh garden tomatoes, this spicy salsa recipe is a flavor explosion! Made with simple, readily available ingredients, it's easily customizable to your preferred heat level. Perfect for canning for later enjoyment or enjoying fresh within the week.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 10.7 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 3.5 (4 Reviews)
Spicy Salsa

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Ingredients for Spicy Salsa

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How to Make Spicy Salsa

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 1 bell pepper (any color), chopped. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Stir in 5 pounds ripe garden tomatoes, roughly chopped; 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (or more, to taste); 1/2 cup chopped cilantro; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 teaspoon salt; and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the salsa has thickened slightly and some of the liquid has reduced.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lime juice, salt, pepper, or jalapeño to your liking.
  6. For canning: Ladle the hot salsa into sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Process in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes to seal. Let cool completely before checking seals.
  7. For immediate enjoyment: Refrigerate in an airtight container and consume within the week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g

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