homemade salsa sauce recipe

Here’s a simple and delicious homemade salsa recipe that’s perfect for dipping chips or adding to your favorite dishes:

Ingredients:

• 6 ripe tomatoes, diced
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 1-2 jalapeño peppers, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prep the Ingredients:
   • Dice the tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
   • Finely chop the red onion and jalapeño peppers, and add them to the tomatoes.
   • Mince the garlic and add it to the bowl.
2. Combine:
   • Add the chopped cilantro to the bowl.
   • Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture.
3. Season:
   • Sprinkle in the salt, ground cumin (if using), and sugar (if using).
   • Add freshly ground black pepper to taste.
4. Mix:
   • Stir all the ingredients together until well combined.
5. Adjust and Chill:
   • Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning if necessary. You might want to add more salt, lime juice, or cilantro depending on your preference.
   • For best flavor, cover the salsa and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve:
   • Serve chilled with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or any of your favorite dishes.

Tips:

• For a chunkier salsa, you can chop the ingredients into larger pieces. For a smoother texture, you can pulse the mixture in a food processor a few times.
• Feel free to add other ingredients like corn, black beans, or diced avocado to customize your salsa.
• If you like a smokier flavor, you can roast the tomatoes, jalapeños, and garlic before chopping them.

Enjoy your homemade salsa!