Charred tomato salsa is a delightful concoction that adds a smoky and slightly sweet flavor to any dish it accompanies. This salsa is made with fresh tomatoes that are roasted until they are charred and slightly blackened, giving them a unique taste and texture. Combined with other ingredients like onions, peppers, cilantro, and spices, this salsa is sure to impress your taste buds. Whether you are looking for a zesty dip for your tortilla chips or a flavorful topping for your tacos, charred tomato salsa is a versatile and easy-to-make option that will elevate your meals to the next level. So fire up your grill or oven and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect charred tomato salsa.
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ZUCCHINI FRITA WITH CHARRED TOMATO SALSA
Provided by Amanda Freitag
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 2 sandwiches, plus additional salsa
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the charred tomato salsa: Preheat the broiler.
- Halve the tomatoes and place skin-side down on a baking sheet. Drizzle with the olive oil and season with salt. Broil for 5 minutes, then add the garlic and jalapeno and broil until the vegetables are blistered and brown, another 5 to 7 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- Put the tomatoes, garlic and jalapeno in a food processor and pulse a few times until combined but still chunky. Pour into a bowl and fold in the cilantro, lime juice and red onions.
- For the zucchini frita: Heat a griddle over medium-high heat.
- Slice the zucchini on a diagonal into 1/2-inch slices. Brush with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Griddle the zucchini slices until lightly golden, about 2 minutes per side.
- Slit the Cuban buns and spread the butter on both sides. Place the buns buttered-side down on the griddle and cook until toasted.
- Spread about 2 ounces of the charred tomato salsa on the bottom of each bun, then layer with cooked zucchini, another 2 ounces of salsa and the potato sticks. Top with the other half of each bun.
CHARRED TOMATO, CHIPOTLE, AND MANGO SALSA
Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat broiler.
- Quarter tomatoes and transfer to a shallow baking pan. Broil tomatoes 4 to 5 inches from heat until slightly charred, about 15 minutes. Wearing rubber gloves, seed chipotles. In a blender or food processor puree tomatoes, chipotles, lime juice, and honey until smooth.
- Peel mango and finely chop. In a bowl stir together tomato mixture and mango and season with salt. Salsa may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
STEAK TACOS WITH AVOCADO AND CHARRED TOMATO SALSA
Steps:
- 1. Place tomatoes and chili on a roasting tray and set under the broiler. Roast, turning once, until charred all over, about 12 minutes total. Place charred tomatoes and chili in a food processor and pulse until a coarse salsa forms, about 1 minute. Season with salt to taste. Set aside. 2. Season steak with salt. Set a grill pan over high heat. Once pan is very hot, swirl in oil. Lay in steak and sear until charred and medium rare, 3-5 minutes per side. Remove steak from heat and set aside. 3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, toss onions with cilantro and a pinch of salt. In another small bowl, make guacamole: Mash avocado with a fork. Season to taste with juice from a few lime wedges and salt. 4. Set a stovetop burner to high. Using tongs, hold each tortilla over burner until soft and charred in spots, less than 1 minute per side. Slice steak thinly against the grain. 5. Smear guacamole over tortillas. Top with sliced steak and onion-cilantro mixture. Serve with salsa and remaining lime wedges on the side.
CHARRED TOMATO SALSA
Charring the tomatoes is the key to great salsa! I just recently started adding the chipotle in adobo, it gives it a great flavor!
Provided by Tresa H.
Categories Peppers
Time 23m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Charr tomatoes and jalapenos until black on all sides.
- You can do this in a cast iron skillet, in the oven or on the grill.
- You want very dark skins.
- Throw everything in blender.
- Blend until constancy you want.
- Add bouillon to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 26, Fat 0.3, Sodium 7.2, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3.8, Protein 1.3
Tips:
- Select ripe and flavorful tomatoes: Use ripe, in-season tomatoes for the best flavor and texture. Look for tomatoes that are deep red in color and have no blemishes.
- Char the tomatoes: Charring the tomatoes adds a smoky, roasted flavor to the salsa. You can char the tomatoes over an open flame, on a grill, or in a broiler. If you're using a broiler, place the tomatoes on a baking sheet lined with foil and broil them for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are slightly charred.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as cilantro, basil, and oregano, add a bright, herbaceous flavor to the salsa. Be sure to chop the herbs finely before adding them to the salsa.
- Add some heat: If you like spicy salsa, add a jalapeño or serrano pepper to the recipe. Be sure to remove the seeds and ribs of the pepper before adding it to the salsa, or it will be too spicy.
- Let the salsa rest: Let the salsa rest for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Conclusion:
Charred tomato salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used on tacos, burritos, nachos, and more. It's also a great way to use up leftover tomatoes. With its smoky, roasted flavor and fresh herb accents, charred tomato salsa is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you have a craving for salsa, give this charred tomato salsa a try. You won't be disappointed!
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