Jul 14 2026
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House Salsa (mild) Recipe

Inspired by El Pollo Loco
Time45m
Serves6

Make House Salsa (mild) 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

Herbs and Spices

Liquids

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash all the vegetables thoroughly. Dice the tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño pepper. Mince the garlic.

  2. 2

    Chop the Cilantro

    Rinse the cilantro and finely chop the leaves and tender stems.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño pepper, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro.

  2. 4

    Season the Salsa

    Add the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the bowl, and mix well to combine all the ingredients.

  3. 5

    Add Liquids

    Pour in the lime juice and olive oil, then stir again to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Serving

  1. 6

    Chill and Serve

    Cover the salsa and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite dishes.

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