Uncle Julio's Salsa Recipe
Salsa makes any meal better. It adds fresh and spicy flavors.Uncle Julio's Salsa Recipe is loved for its strong taste. It has a mix of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Blender or food processor
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Spatula
- Small saucepan
Ingredients
- 6 Roma tomatoes
- 2 jalapeños
- 1 small onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Put tomatoes, jalapeños, onion, and garlic on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and roast for 20 minutes.
- Let them cool a bit.
- Put them in a blender or food processor.
- Add salt, cumin, chili powder, and black pepper.
- Blend until smooth or a little chunky.
- Pour into a saucepan and cook for 10 minutes.
- Stir in lime juice, cilantro, sugar, and smoked paprika.
- Let it cool a little before serving.
Notes
- Roast veggies longer for a stronger taste.
- Remove jalapeño seeds for a less spicy salsa.
- Use fresh lime juice for better flavor.
- Add more garlic if you like strong flavors.
- Let salsa sit for an hour to taste even better.