Roasted Chili 🌶 , Cilantro & lime Taco 🌮 Salsa

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: canned green chilies

Canned green chilies are more affordable and still provide a mild heat.

cilantro

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley can be used as a milder substitute for cilantro.

lime juice

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Lemon juice is a cost-effective alternative with a similar acidity.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a less expensive option for dressing.

Heat a skillet over medium heat.

Roast 4 jalapeno peppers in the skillet until the skin is charred but not burned, listening for popping sounds.

Turn off the stove and set the roasted chilis aside.

In a food processor, add 1 cup of cilantro leaves, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup sour cream, 4 roasted jalapeno peppers, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and the juice of 2 limes.

Puree the mixture for about 1 minute, then check to ensure everything is mixed well.

Continue to puree for another 2 minutes until the mixture is creamy.

Taste the salsa and add an additional 1/2 teaspoon of salt if needed, then mix again.

Pour the salsa into a container.

Cooking Techniques

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