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Mexican Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from Mexico, Mexican sauce, or salsa, is a vibrant blend of fresh ingredients that reflects the country's rich culinary heritage. Traditionally served with tortilla chips or as a condiment for various dishes, salsa is integral to Mexican cuisine and is often enjoyed at gatherings and celebrations. Today, it has gained global popularity, with countless variations adapting to local tastes and ingredients.

MexicanMXother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
Tomatoes - 7
Red Bell Pepper - 1/2 Dice
Water - 1 Cup
Fresh Basil - 6 To 7 Leaves
Dry Red Chillies - 2 To 3 (De - Seeded)
Red Chilli Powder - 1/2 Tsp
Olive Oil - 1 Tsp
All Purpose Flour (Maida) - 2 Tsp
Red Chilli Powder - 1 Tsp
Red Chilli Flakes - 1/2 Tsp
Oregano - 1 Tbsp
Dry Basil - 1 Tsp
Dhaniya Jeera Powder - 1 Tsp
Garam Masala - 1 Tsp
Blended Tomato & Chilli Puree
Salt - 1 Tbsp
Ketchup - 3 Tsp
Boiled Tomato Water - 1/4 Cup

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: green chilies

Bell peppers provide a milder flavor and are often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has health benefits, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

fresh cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley can mimic the flavor of cilantro in a pinch.

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato paste

Canned tomatoes offer convenience and cost savings.

1

Chop tomatoes and red bell pepper finely.

2

De-seed and chop dry red chillies according to heat preference.

3

Combine tomatoes, red bell pepper, fresh basil, and dry basil in a bowl.

4

Add blended tomato & chilli puree and boiled tomato water to the mixture.

5

Stir in olive oil, salt, and all spices including red chilli powder, red chilli flakes, oregano, dhaniya jeera powder, and garam masala.

6

Mix well to combine flavors.

Cooking Techniques

choppingmixingsqueezing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

SalsaSalsa Roja
Local Name: salsa mexicana

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