Best 4 Medium Hot Restaurant Style Salsa Recipes

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Medium hot restaurant-style salsa is a staple condiment in many Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes, adding a piquant kick and vibrant flavor. Whether you're looking to spice up your tacos, burritos, or tortilla chips, creating the perfect medium-hot salsa can elevate your culinary experience. In this article, we'll delve into the secrets of making authentic restaurant-style salsa, providing you with step-by-step instructions and a list of essential ingredients to achieve that perfect balance of heat and flavor. From selecting the right tomatoes to roasting and blending techniques, we'll guide you through the process of making a medium-hot salsa that will become a staple in your kitchen.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

RESTAURANT-STYLE SALSA



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Food Network's Ree Drummond shares her recipe for homemade restaurant-style salsa that the whole family will love!

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Two 10-ounce cans diced tomatoes and green chiles, such as Rotel
One 28-ounce can whole tomatoes with juice
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves (or more to taste!)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 whole jalapeno, quartered and sliced thin, with seeds and membrane
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 whole lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Combine the diced tomatoes, whole tomatoes, cilantro, onions, garlic, jalapeno, cumin, salt, sugar and lime juice in a blender or food processor. (This is a very large batch. I recommend using a 12-cup food processor, or you can process the ingredients in batches and then mix everything together in a large mixing bowl.)
  • Pulse until you get the salsa to the consistency you'd like. I do about 10 to 15 pulses. Test seasonings with a tortilla chip and adjust as needed.
  • Refrigerate the salsa for at least an hour before serving.

FRESH RESTAURANT-STYLE SALSA



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This addictive salsa is restaurant quality, or maybe even better! It's fresh and flavorful, not too spicy, and easy to make in a food processor with a mix of ripe and canned Roma tomatoes. This makes a big batch which is good because it will go fast. Serve with lots of thin, crispy tortilla chips and a margarita, of course!

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Tomato Salsa Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (28 ounce) can Roma tomatoes, drained
4 small Roma tomatoes, quartered
1 cup chopped white onion
1 clove garlic, smashed
1 small bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
1 serrano pepper, seeded and chopped
1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Combine canned and fresh tomatoes, onion, and garlic in a food processor; pulse 5 times to chop. Add cilantro, serrano and jalapeno peppers, lime juice, salt, and cumin and process for 10 seconds. Pulse further to desired consistency. Check and adjust seasoning as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 10.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 168.1 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

FIERY HOT RESTAURANT STYLE SALSA



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After being inspired by a recipe I found on Pinterest, I decided to enter a salsa competition at work. I broke out the blender and purchased some basic salsa ingredients in bulk and started creating! This is a restaurant style salsa made with lots of jalapenos!

Provided by Julie C.

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 1 quart, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, Fire Roasted
1 (10 ounce) can rotel
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 lime, Juiced
3 jalapenos, with seeds and membrane chopped
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
3 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse/blend until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 17.4, Fat 0.1, Sodium 679.6, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.6, Protein 0.7

MEDIUM HOT RESTAURANT STYLE SALSA



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After being inspired by a recipe I found on Pinterest, I decided to enter a salsa competition at work. I broke out the blender and purchased some basic salsa ingredients in bulk and started creating! This is a restaurant style salsa made with just enough jalapenos to be dangerous!

Provided by Julie C.

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 1 quart, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, Fire Roasted
1 (10 ounce) can rotel
1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 1/2 limes, Juiced
2 jalapenos, with seeds and membrane chopped
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Put all ingredients in a blender or food processor and pulse/blend until combined.

Tips:

  • Use ripe tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful your salsa will be.
  • Roast your tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes brings out their natural sweetness and adds a smoky flavor.
  • Use a variety of peppers: Different peppers offer different levels of heat and flavor, so experiment to find the perfect balance for your salsa.
  • Add some acid: Acid, such as lime juice or vinegar, helps to brighten up the flavors of the salsa and prevents it from tasting flat.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as cilantro and basil, add a pop of freshness and flavor to your salsa.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to taste your salsa and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Let your salsa rest: Allowing your salsa to rest for a few hours or overnight allows the flavors to meld and develop.

Conclusion:

With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find a medium-hot restaurant-style salsa recipe that you love. Whether you like your salsa mild or spicy, chunky or smooth, there's a recipe out there for you. So get cooking and enjoy a delicious bowl of salsa today!

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