Best 7 Thick Chunky Salsa Recipes

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If you're seeking bold, crave-worthy flavors, thick, chunky salsa is an irresistible journey for your taste buds. Delve into a world of crispy, vibrant textures and layers of mouthwatering ingredients that pack a flavorful punch. With its versatility, thick chunky salsa can elevate your favorite dishes, whether it's a fiery topping for tacos and nachos or a zesty dip for tortilla chips and veggies. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil a collection of tantalizing thick chunky salsa recipes, each with its unique blend of heat, freshness, and vibrant flavors.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHUNKY SALSA



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This fresh-tasting salsa is wonderfully chunky. If you like it hotter, add more habanero peppers; if you prefer a mild salsa, add fewer. -Dana Hayes, Canton, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h

Yield 7 pints.

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 pounds tomatoes
5 cups chopped onions (about 3 large)
5 cups chopped green peppers (about 4 large)
2-1/2 cups chopped sweet red peppers (about 2 large)
2 habanero peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1 cup white vinegar
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
3 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Fill a Dutch oven two-thirds with water; bring to a boil. Score an "X" on the bottom of each tomato. Using a slotted spoon, place tomatoes, one at a time, in boiling water for 30-60 seconds. Remove tomatoes and immediately plunge in ice water. Discard peel; chop tomatoes., In a stockpot, combine the remaining ingredients. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until desired thickness., Carefully ladle hot mixture into hot 1-pint jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles; wipe rims and adjust lids. Process for 15 minutes in a boiling-water canner.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHUNKY HOMEMADE SALSA



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Just add chips! Our homemade chunky salsa recipe, featuring spicy peppers and fresh herbs, tastes way better than the store-bought kind. Rather than going raw, try this cooked salsa recipe with your next Mexican meal.

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 5h45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

20 red medium tomatoes (7 pounds)
10 fresh Anaheim chile peppers or poblano chile peppers, seeded and chopped (about 3 cups)
3 fresh jalapeno peppers or serrano chile peppers, seeded and chopped (about 1/3 cup)
2 cup coarsely chopped onion
0.5 cup snipped fresh cilantro or parsley
5 cloves garlic, minced
0.5 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel, seed, and coarsely chop tomatoes (you should have about 14 cups). Place tomatoes in a large colander; let drain 30 minutes. Place tomatoes in 8-quart Dutch oven. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 45 to 50 minutes or until thickened (consistency of chunky salsa); stir frequently. Stir in Anaheim peppers, jalapeño peppers, onions, cilantro, garlic, vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Return to boiling. Remove from heat. Cover and chill in refrigerator at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours.* Makes about 8 cups salsa.

CHUNKY HOMEMADE SALSA



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Say no more to store-bought salsa. This delicious recipe is easy to make and yields enough for a large party.

Provided by Peggy Trowbridge Filippone

Categories     Snack     Appetizer     Sauces     Condiment     Ingredient

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 medium fresh tomatoes , 1/4-inch diced
1 medium sweet onion , chopped
3 green onions, sliced thin with green tops included
1 serrano chile or jalapeño, seeds removed, diced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro , loosely packed, finely chopped
8 ounces tomato sauce (canned)
4 ounces mild green chiles (canned, chopped)
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt , to taste
Pepper, to taste
Tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients and mix well.
  • Taste for seasoning. Place in an airtight container in the fridge for at least 2 hours to let the flavors blend.
  • Serve in a medium-size bowl alongside chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 36 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 109 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize About 6 cups (24 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CHUNKY TOMATO SALSA



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Our college-age daughter, two of her friends and a nephew ate a quart of this salsa with chips in one sitting. They loved it so much that they each took a quart home with them. So be sure to make lots! -Carol Carpenter, Jansen, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 2h

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3-1/2 cups peeled chopped tomatoes (about 4 large)
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 serrano pepper, seeded and chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
2-1/4 teaspoons salt
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Baked tortilla chip scoops

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first nine ingredients. Stir in the tomato paste, vinegar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, stirring frequently. Cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Serve with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

THE BEST CANNING SALSA



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This is a great use for tomatoes from the garden and nothing tastes better than homemade. Enjoy!

Provided by cookingmama

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

Time 1h30m

Yield 17

Number Of Ingredients 13

30 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
10 cups chopped onions
2 cups vinegar
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 green bell peppers, chopped
2 red bell peppers, chopped
4 banana peppers, chopped
½ cup white sugar, or more to taste
10 cloves garlic, chopped
8 teaspoons pickling salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
17 (1 pint) canning jars with lids and rings

Steps:

  • Combine tomatoes, onions, vinegar, tomato paste, green bell peppers, red bell peppers, banana peppers, sugar, garlic, pickling salt, and black pepper in a large stockpot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 30 minutes. Mix cilantro into salsa.
  • Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack salsa into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 35 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 1325.3 mg, Sugar 21.1 g

CHUNKY SALSA VERDE



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Chunky salsa verde, just like the kind they serve at the Mexican restaurants.

Provided by Sherbear1

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 medium fresh tomatillos, husks removed
1 cup water, or more as needed
¼ cup diced white onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium jalapeno pepper, stemmed and seeded, or more to taste
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
1 medium onion, diced

Steps:

  • Combine tomatillos, water, 1/4 cup diced onion, garlic, jalapeno, cumin, and oregano in a deep-sided saucepan over medium heat; bring to a simmer. Cook, turning tomatillos, until all sides are lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes, adding more water if needed. When tomatillos are done, there should only be about 1/3 cup water left.
  • Remove from the heat and pour mixture into a blender. Add salt and blend until smooth. Add cilantro and blend until well mixed. Add remaining full diced onion and pulse to combine; you want the onion to be chunky.
  • Pour salsa into a serving dish. Let cool before serving, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 296.5 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

THIN SALSA



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This salsa is similar to the kind found in Mexican restaurants. It's very different from the canned type in the grocery. It's thin and flavorful. It's so easy to make, and you'll get many complements! You can change the amount of cayenne depending on how hot you like it.

Provided by John Coleman

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15 ounce) can whole tomatoes
1 garlic clove, diced
1 tablespoon onion, diced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 lime, juice of, squeezed
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Drain and discard about half the juice from the can of tomatoes.
  • Place all ingredients in a food processor or a blender and pulse until well mixed.
  • Blend more for a smooth salsa and less for a chunkier.
  • Serve with your favorite chips. I like thin tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 25.6, Fat 0.3, Sodium 1169.5, Carbohydrate 5.6, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 3.2, Protein 1.2

Tips:

  • Choose the right tomatoes: Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best salsa. Roma tomatoes are a good choice because they are meaty and have fewer seeds.
  • Roast your tomatoes: Roasting the tomatoes intensifies their flavor and gives the salsa a smoky, roasted flavor.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salsa will taste. Use fresh cilantro, onion, garlic, and lime juice.
  • Add some heat: If you like spicy salsa, add some chopped jalapeños or serrano peppers. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • Don't over-process the salsa: You want the salsa to have some texture, so don't over-process it in the food processor or blender. Pulse it just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Let the salsa chill: Allow the salsa to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

With these tips in mind, you can make a delicious, chunky salsa that will be the perfect addition to your next Mexican meal. Enjoy!

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