Best 9 Basic Pepper Salsa Recipes
Pepper salsa is a versatile condiment that can add a burst of flavor to any dish. Whether you're looking for a spicy kick or a mild, refreshing salsa, there are plenty of recipes out there to suit your taste. In this article, we'll explore some of the best basic pepper salsa recipes that are easy to make and sure to impress your friends and family. We'll cover a range of flavors, from classic Mexican salsas to unique takes on this beloved condiment. So grab your peppers, cilantro, and tomatoes, and let's get started on creating the perfect pepper salsa!
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
FRESH PEPPER SALSA
This is a tomato-less salsa made with fresh bell peppers and other fresh vegetables. It's great on any Mexican dish, or anything you might use salsa for. It's my own recipe.
Provided by Starrah
Categories Sauces
Time 15m
Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Finely mince all the fresh vegetables, and mix well in a bowl.
- Stir in lemon juice and olive oil.
- Slowly add the powdered ingredients while stirring.
ROASTED PEPPER BLENDER SALSA
Jarred roasted red peppers lend a smoky sweetness to this silky puree that's as good with chips as it is folded into eggs or drizzled over roasted potatoes.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories condiment
Time 10m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In this order, put the cilantro, roasted red pepper, garlic, jalapeno, onion, lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a blender. Pulse until broken down but still chunky, scraping the inside of the carafe as necessary.
FAST AND SIMPLE SALSA
So quick but so tasty!
Provided by Mom Van
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Tomato Salsa Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 28
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the tomatoes, onion, and green chile peppers in a bowl; drain briefly. Return the mixture to the bowl; stir the vinegar and salt into the tomato mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 10.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 85.5 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
SIMPLE PEACH SALSA
This is a super-simple peach salsa that tastes great as a dip or as a side to grilled meat or chicken. I like to use Espelette pepper (piment d'Espelette), which is a special French ground red pepper that can be found online or in specialty stores. I listed cayenne pepper as a substitute.
Provided by mimichette
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Peach Salsa Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Toss cubed peaches and lemon juice in a bowl. Sprinkle with cilantro, cayenne, and sugar. Mix to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 17.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 5.6 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
RED PEPPER & TOMATO SALSA
This fresh and tasty salsa is perfect as a summery dip
Provided by Mary Cadogan
Categories Canapes, Side dish, Snack
Time 10m
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Tip the tomatoes, garlic and chilli into a food processor with the peppers, bread, vinegar, salt and pepper. Pulse to make a rough purée. Turn into a small bowl, cover with cling film and chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 31 calories, Fat 1 grams fat, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.43 milligram of sodium
ROASTED FRESH PEPPER SALSA
This brightly colored salsa is highlighted by the peppers, radishes and red onions
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Roast jalapenos, Anaheim, and bell peppers over gas flame, or under broiler, until blackened all over, turning as needed. Transfer to large bowl, cover tightly with plastic, and let steam until cool enough to handle, about 15 minutes. Peel and seed peppers. Reserve liquid collected in bowl. Cut jalapenos into half-inch pieces, Anaheims and bells into one-inch pieces. Transfer peppers and any reserved juices to small bowl.
- Add remaining ingredients to peppers; combine. Garnish with reserved cilantro. Will keep, covered, in refrigerator, 4 to 6 hours.
BASIC PEPPER SALSA
Spoon this pepper sauce over eggs, beans, pork chops or roast chicken. Or toss stewed, shredded chicken, pork, or beef with abundant salsa for a spicy, flavorful filling for tacos or enchiladas.
Provided by Samin Nosrat
Categories sauces and gravies, side dish
Time 30m
Yield About 1 3/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a cast-iron pan set over high heat, toast peppers until their skin deepens in color and you can smell a toasty aroma, about 2 minutes. Remove peppers from pan and place in a large bowl. Pour enough boiling water over the peppers to cover, and let sit for 15 minutes.
- In the meantime, wipe out the pan, reduce the heat to medium-high, and set the tomatoes in the pan, skin-side down. Cook until the tomato skins are dark and blistery, about 10 minutes, then mash the tomato flesh with a wooden spoon and continue cooking until completely tender and somewhat reduced, another 5 minutes or so. Remove from heat.
- Use tongs to remove the peppers from the water and place in the jar of a blender, reserving the soaking liquid. Add tomatoes, garlic, salt and 1 cup of the reserved liquid. Blend until smooth, then strain through a fine sieve, using a spatula to help you push the salsa through. Taste and adjust salt as needed. Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 81, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 524 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams
SIX PEPPER SALSA
I don't know if this salsa recipe is typical of Brazilian salsas, but I do know this recipe is special. It was my neighbor Nina from Brazil who taught me to make salsa and to can it. It was my first venture into canning. Now we bottle whatever is abundant almost every year, but we never miss canning this salsa. There was a period of several years when we suffered without this amazing recipe. All I can figure is that the carefully copied ingredients must have been thrown out with the remains of the chopped vegetables one fall, because the next year the recipe card was gone. Oh the mental anguish of not knowing if we could ever duplicate our beloved salsa! Oh, the hunger! I began searching for a recipe with the unique combination of six different hot peppers that our recipe had. No luck. I even located our long-lost friend Nina and gave her a call. Sadly, she didn't recall the recipe or me. No matter. I will always be grateful for her friendship and her salsa. I began trying to recreate our salsa by altering other salsa recipes. Thanks to Recipe #9272 as my starting point, I finally hit upon the right combination of peppers and spices. U-pick farm fresh or garden ripe tomatoes are the only way we've ever made this recipe. One batch usually lasts till the tomatoes are ripe again -- about a year -- plus a couple of pints to share. Preparation time is how long it takes us to chop all the veggies. We are probably too meticulous. We do the tomatoes and onion in 1/4-inch dice so they are easy to pick up with a chip and small enough that we don't bother to peel them. We chop the hot peppers even smaller. Cooking time is cooking plus processing time.
Provided by ctrmom
Categories Sauces
Time 1h55m
Yield 6-12 quarts or pints, 192 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine everything in a LARGE pot and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Ladle hot salsa into hot jars leaving 1/4 inch headspace.
- Wipe jar rim with clean cloth and top with heated two-piece caps.
- Process for 15 minutes in a boiling-water canner.
PEPPER SALSA
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories easy, appetizer, side dish
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat four tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and saute until transluscent. Stir in the garlic, red pepper, yellow pepper and chili pepper and saute until the peppers are tender.
- Stir in the tomato and sun-dried tomatoes and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes.
- Add the vinegar, scallions, coriander and remaining tablespoon of the oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 132, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 256 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
Tips:
- Choose the right peppers: Use a variety of peppers to create a salsa with different flavors and heat levels. Some good options include jalapeños, serranos, cayenne peppers, and habaneros. If you're not sure how hot a pepper is, start with a small amount and add more to taste.
- Roast the peppers: Roasting the peppers brings out their sweetness and flavor. You can roast them in the oven, on the grill, or in a skillet.
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your salsa will taste. Use ripe tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and cumin to taste. You can also add other spices, such as chili powder, garlic powder, or oregano.
- Let the salsa sit: Let the salsa sit for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
Conclusion:
Pepper salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's perfect for tacos, burritos, nachos, and quesadillas. You can also use it as a dip for chips or vegetables. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this basic pepper salsa recipe is a great place to start if you're new to making salsa. Once you've mastered the basics, you can experiment with different peppers, ingredients, and flavors to create your own unique salsa recipes.
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