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Uncle Julio's Salsa Recipe

Uncle Julio's Salsa Recipe

Sara Collins
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.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 45 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Blender or food processor
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • 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.
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