Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsAyAyAy! Mexican CuisineSide De Habanero Salsa Recipe

Side De Habanero Salsa Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Make Side De Habanero Salsa Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Wash all the vegetables thoroughly. Remove the stems from the habanero peppers and chop them coarsely. Dice the tomatoes, onion, and garlic cloves. Chop the fresh cilantro finely.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped habanero peppers, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, and cilantro.

  3. 3

    Season the Salsa

    Add lime juice (squeezed from the lime), salt, black pepper, and olive oil to the bowl. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

  4. 4

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, lime juice, or olive oil if desired.

Serving

  1. 5

    Chill and Serve

    Cover the salsa and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, tacos, or grilled meats.

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