Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLocal Lime : Little RockHouse Tomato Recipe

House Tomato Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Tomato, Onion, Garlic, Cilantro, Jalapeño

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Finely chop the tomatoes, onion, and jalapeño. Mince the garlic cloves. Make sure to remove the seeds from the jalapeño if you prefer less heat.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cilantro

    Rinse the cilantro under cold water, then pat it dry with a paper towel. Chop the cilantro leaves coarsely.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Combine Ingredients

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

  2. 4

    Season to Taste

    Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add lime juice for an extra kick if desired.

  3. 5

    Serve

    Serve immediately or let it sit for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This house tomato mix can be served as a salsa with tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled meats.

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