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Smoked Tomato and Jalapeno Salsa


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 135 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A flavorful smoked salsa made with fresh ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh roma tomatoes (Sliced in half, stems removed.)
  • 1/3 cup red onion (Sliced into a wedge.)
  • 1 jalapeno (Sliced in half.)
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (Adjust to taste.)
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the smoker to 225 degrees.
  2. Add the tomatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapeno to the smoker. Smoking the cilantro is optional; it will alter the texture from soft and leafy to stiff.
  3. Smoke the vegetables for 90 minutes to 2 hours. For optimal flavor, smoke them for 2 hours.
  4. Remove the vegetables from the smoker and add them to a blender (or food processor) along with the lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and salt. (Add the cilantro here if you didn’t smoke it).
  5. Blend and pulse the ingredients until combined. Taste and adjust the spice to your liking.
  6. Serve immediately or chill before serving.

Notes

  • This salsa is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 120 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Smoking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 50
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg