Best 2 Smooth Poblano Salsa Recipes

Poblano salsa, a staple of Mexican cuisine, is a delightful blend of flavors, textures, and colors. Made with roasted poblano peppers, this salsa possesses a smoky, slightly sweet taste, and a vibrant green hue. Its smooth, creamy consistency makes it the perfect complement to a variety of dishes, from tacos and burritos to enchiladas and nachos. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy salsa, there's a recipe out there to suit your taste buds. Read on to discover the secrets to making the best smooth poblano salsa, with tips on selecting the right ingredients, roasting the peppers to perfection, and achieving the ideal balance of flavors.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SMOOTH POBLANO SALSA

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This is a favorite sauce of mine, and reminds me of a green salsa that was served at one of my favorite taco joints is Mazatlan. Very spicy!

Provided by Nia

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

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup chopped, fresh cilantro
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon salt
2 fresh poblano chile peppers, seeded and chopped
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, chopped with seeds
1 fresh serrano pepper, chopped with seeds
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
2 Hass avocados, halved, pitted, and peeled
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup water

Steps:

Place the cilantro, garlic, salt, poblano peppers, jalapeno peppers, serrano pepper, lettuce, avocado, olive oil, and water into a blender. Puree until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.1 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 706.8 mg, Sugar 1 g

SMOOTH AND SPICY POBLANO SALSA

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Adapted from Food Network Specials, this is wonderfully smooth and spicy! The Salsa can be used with fajitas, over tacos, enchiladas, burritos, etc.The recipe uses poblano, jalapeno and serrano chiles, so beware! If you like it spicy, this is for you!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories Peppers

Time 20m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 fresh poblano chiles, stemmed, seeded, and chopped
2 fresh jalapeno chilies, stemmed but chopped with seeds
1 fresh serrano chili, stemmed but chopped with seeds
2 large ripe Hass avocadoes, peeled and pitted
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro, both leaves and stems included
3 green onions, chopped
2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
1 tablespoon salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup water
1/2 lime, juice of (optional)

Steps:

Place all ingredients in a blender(or food processor) and blend until smooth. Add additional water or lime juice if needed for smoothness.
This salsa is a delicate green and smooth, but it is Hot! Adjust types and amounts of hot peppers, to taste.

Tips:

To roast poblano peppers, place them on a baking sheet lined with foil and broil for 5-7 minutes per side, until blackened. Alternatively, you can roast them over an open flame on a gas stovetop. Once roasted, place the peppers in a paper bag to steam for 10 minutes. This will make them easier to peel.
To make the salsa as smooth as possible, use a blender or food processor. If you prefer a chunkier salsa, you can chop the ingredients by hand.
If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro instead. Just add 1 teaspoon of dried cilantro to the salsa.
Feel free to adjust the spiciness of the salsa by adding more or less chipotle peppers in adobo. If you want a really spicy salsa, you can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Poblano salsa is a great way to add flavor to tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and other Mexican dishes. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for chips or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Now that you know how to make smooth poblano salsa, you can enjoy this delicious and versatile condiment with all your favorite Mexican dishes. This salsa is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So, next time you're looking for a flavorful and spicy salsa, give this recipe a try!