Sue's Mexican Table Salsa Recipe

Forget everything you think you know about salsa! This isn't your grandma's tomato-based recipe. Sue S's Mexican Table Salsa is a smoky, roasty revelation, bursting with flavor and a delightful kick. Inspired by a favorite Mexican restaurant, this unique salsa features a blend of fire-roasted chiles and vibrant peppers (easily customizable to your spice preference!). Perfect as a dip with tortilla chips, a topping for tacos, or a vibrant addition to your favorite Mexican dishes. Ditch the tomatoes and discover a whole new world of salsa flavor! #salsarecipe #mexicanfood #tomatofreesalsa #roastysalsa #spicyfood #chilesalsa #easyrecipe #homemade

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 53.3 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sue's Mexican Table Salsa

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How to Make Sue's Mexican Table Salsa

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place dried chiles on a baking sheet and roast for 8-10 minutes, or until fragrant and slightly softened. Flip halfway through.
  3. Remove chiles from oven and place in a heatproof bowl. Cover with hot water and let soak for at least 20 minutes, or until softened.
  4. While chiles soak, finely chop 1 jalapeño pepper and 1/2 habanero pepper (adjust to your spice preference).
  5. Once chiles are softened, drain and remove stems and seeds. Roughly chop the chiles.
  6. Combine the soaked chiles, jalapeño, habanero, garlic, onion, and cilantro in a blender or food processor.
  7. Add lime juice and salt to taste. Blend until desired consistency is reached. You may need to add a little water to achieve your preferred texture.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more lime juice for brightness or salt for depth of flavor.
  9. Serve immediately or chill for later. The flavors deepen as it sits!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

65 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g