How to Make an Easy Authentic Salsa Macha - Mexican Cooking Academy Recipe

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier due to its monounsaturated fats, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

dried chiles

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Cayenne pepper can be a more accessible option.

Toast the dry chiles in a dry skillet until fragrant.

Remove stems and seeds from the chiles, then chop coarsely.

In the same skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.

Add chopped chiles and garlic, frying until garlic is golden.

Stir in peanuts or almonds, sugar, and salt, cooking for another minute.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before adding lime juice.

Blend the mixture until smooth, adjusting salt to taste.

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