Venezuelan Salsa Recipe

Discover the vibrant flavors of Venezuela with this unique garlic salsa! Found in a treasured garlic cookbook, this recipe develops incredible depth of flavor the longer it chills. The prep time includes several hours of chilling, allowing the ingredients to meld into a sensational taste experience. Perfect with tortilla chips, this salsa is a delicious twist on a classic.

Prep Time 270 mins
Cook Time 360 mins
Calories 28.5 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Venezuelan Salsa

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How to Make Venezuelan Salsa

  1. Finely chop 4 cloves of garlic.
  2. Combine the chopped garlic, 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup lime juice, 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (adjust to your spice preference), 1/2 cup diced tomatoes, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Stir in 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to blend and deepen.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
  6. Serve chilled with your favorite tortilla chips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g