Best Chunky Salsa Recipe
This Best Chunky Salsa Recipe is a vibrant and flavorful homemade salsa that is perfect for dipping or topping your favorite dishes. Made with fresh ingredients and a perfect blend of spices, this chunky salsa is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
- Author: rami
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 cups 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Fresh Ingredients:
- 6 large ripe tomatoes
- 1 large green bell pepper (optional)
- 1 green chili pepper
- 2 medium onions, divided
- 2 garlic cloves, divided
Spices and Flavorings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon vinegar (wine, sherry, ACV or malt)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes (8.6oz/258g)
- Hot sauce to taste (see notes)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, large stems removed
- Chop the Vegetables: Chop the tomatoes, bell pepper if using, and onion into small chunks. Seed and finely chop the green chili pepper. Crush the garlic.
- Cook the Vegetables: In a pot, combine the tomatoes, bell pepper, chili pepper, one chopped onion, and one crushed garlic clove. Blend a third of the vegetables, heat until bubbling, and simmer.
- Add Spices: After simmering, add the remaining ingredients except cilantro. Simmer for ten minutes.
- Finish the Salsa: Remove from heat, stir in cilantro, and let cool. Refrigerate before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust the heat level by adding more or less hot sauce according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Chunky Salsa, Homemade Salsa, Fresh Salsa Recipe