Easy Mexican Restaurant Style Salsa (Salsa Roja recipe)

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: serrano peppers

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Serrano peppers are lower in calories, while banana peppers are often less expensive.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley offers similar flavor with fewer calories, and green onions are often cheaper.

Blend the jalapeno or serrano pepper, cilantro, garlic, and onion until finely chopped.

Add the stewed/diced tomatoes to the mixture and blend until desired consistency is reached.

Optionally, add tajin seasoning or chili powder and cumin to taste.

Cooking Techniques

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