La Mejor Salsa Roja Para Todo

dried red chiles

🥗Healthier: fresh red bell peppers

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Fresh bell peppers provide a sweet flavor with fewer calories.

garlic

🥗Healthier: shallots

💰Cheaper: garlic powder

Shallots offer a milder taste while being slightly more nutritious.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lime juice enhances freshness and adds acidity.

Remove stems and seeds from dried red chiles.

Toast the chiles in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Soak the toasted chiles in hot water for 15-20 minutes until softened.

In a blender, combine soaked chiles, garlic, onion, tomatoes, cumin, oregano, vinegar, and salt.

Blend until smooth, adding soaking water as needed for desired consistency.

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.

Pour the blended sauce into the saucepan and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cooking Techniques

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