Housemade Salsa Recipe
Make Housemade 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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Salsa Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Start by washing the Roma tomatoes thoroughly under cold water. Remove the stems and chop them into small cubes.
- 2
Chop the Onion
Peel the red onion and dice it finely. Measure out 0.5 cups and set aside.
- 3
Mince the Jalapeño
Carefully slice the jalapeño in half, remove the seeds (if you prefer less heat), and mince it finely.
- 4
Chop the Cilantro
Rinse the fresh cilantro under cold water, shake off excess moisture, and chop it coarsely.
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, diced red onion, minced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
- 6
Season the Salsa
Add the lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the vegetable mixture. Stir gently until all ingredients are well mixed.
- 7
Taste and Adjust
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice according to your preference.
- 8
Chill and Serve
Let the salsa sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
