Mortero Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Make Mortero Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Chop the Vegetables
Start by washing the fresh tomatoes, jalapeño pepper, and cilantro thoroughly. Dice the tomatoes into small pieces and finely chop the jalapeño pepper (removing seeds if you prefer less heat).
2
Prepare the Garlic and Onion
Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely. Peel the red onion and chop it into small cubes.
3
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, chopped red onion, and diced jalapeño. Stir well to mix all the ingredients.

4
Add Lime and Season
Pour the lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with salt. Drizzle with olive oil, then mix all the ingredients again to ensure they are well combined.
5
Serve
Transfer the Mortero to a serving bowl. It can be served immediately or allowed to sit for 30 minutes for the flavors to meld. Enjoy with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos.