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Fire Roasted Salsa: The Ultimate Recipe for Bold Flavor and Fresh Ingredients

This fire-roasted salsa combines grilled tomatoes, onions, garlic, and jalapeños with fresh cilantro and lime juice for a smoky, vibrant flavor. Ideal for dipping or as a topping, it adds a delicious kick to any meal!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium-sized ripe tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion, quartered
  • 2–3 cloves of garlic, unpeeled
  • 1–2 jalapeño peppers
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)

Instructions

  1. Select Your Tomatoes: Choose ripe tomatoes that are slightly soft and deep red. Roma tomatoes work well for a thicker salsa.
  2. Prepare the Onion and Garlic: Cut the onion into quarters. Leave the garlic cloves unpeeled for roasting.
  3. Jalapeño Peppers: Adjust the number of jalapeños based on your spice preference. For milder salsa, remove seeds and membranes.
  4. Chop the Cilantro: Finely chop the cilantro or leave it chunkier for texture.
  5. Lime Juice: Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
  6. Preheat Your Grill: Heat a charcoal grill until coals are hot or preheat a gas grill to medium-high.
  7. Roasting the Tomatoes: Grill tomatoes directly on the grates, turning occasionally for 10-15 minutes until charred and softened.
  8. Roasting the Onion and Garlic: After 5 minutes, add the onion and garlic to the grill. Roast for 10-12 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  9. Roasting the Jalapeños: Add jalapeños during the last 5-7 minutes, turning until blistered and charred.
  10. Cooling the Ingredients: Remove all ingredients from the grill and let cool until safe to handle.
  11. Chop and Combine: In a bowl, combine roasted tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, and squeeze out the roasted garlic.
  12. Add Fresh Ingredients: Mix in chopped cilantro and lime juice. Add ground cumin if desired.
  13. Mix and Taste: Mash the ingredients to your desired consistency. Adjust salt and lime juice to taste.
  14. Chill the Salsa: Let the salsa sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  15. Serving Suggestions: Serve with tortilla chips, as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or scrambled eggs. Pair with guacamole for a delicious appetizer spread.

Notes

  • For a smokier flavor, consider adding a few minutes to the grilling time.
  • Adjust the heat level by varying the number of jalapeños or using milder peppers.
  • This salsa is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.
  • Author: Aria
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes