Best 8 Toasted Guajillo Chile Salsa Recipes

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Toasted guajillo chile salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It is made with dried guajillo chiles, which are toasted to bring out their smoky flavor. The chiles are then simmered in a mixture of water, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices until they are soft and flavorful. The resulting salsa can be used as a dipping sauce for chips or tacos, or it can be added to soups, stews, and other dishes.

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

TOASTED GUAJILLO CHILE SALSA



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Categories     Sauce     Garlic     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Cinco de Mayo     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Party     Chile Pepper     Bon Appétit

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ounces dried guajillo chiles (about 18), stemmed
6 garlic cloves, unpeeled
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Ingredient info: Guajillo chiles are available at Latin markets and some supermarkets.

Steps:

  • Heat a large dry cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, toast chiles until slightly puffed and fragrant, 15-20 seconds per side. Let cool.
  • Using kitchen scissors and working over a medium bowl, cut chiles into thin rings, reserving seeds. Cover with 2 cups very hot water and let soak for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook, turning often, until tender and skin is lightly charred, about 8 minutes. Let cool. Peel; trim ends.
  • Transfer chiles with seeds and liquid to a blender; add roasted garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining ingredients. Pulse until a thick, coarse purée forms. Season with salt.

EASY CHILE SALSA



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Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Time 27m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
8 tomatillos, husks removed
1/2 white onion
2 cloves garlic, unpeeled
3 whole chiles de arbol or thai chiles, stemmed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 cup water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the tomatillos,
  • onion, garlic, and chiles. Cook for about 7 minutes until the tomatillo skins are browned.
  • Carefully peel the garlic cloves and transfer the mixture to a blender. Add the cilantro and 1 cup of water. Process until smooth, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour the salsa into a serving bowl and serve.

GUAJILLO AND TOMATILLO SALSA



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Provided by Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Blender     Tomato     Vegetable     Vegetarian     Hot Pepper     Healthy     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 dried large guajillo or New Mexico chiles (3/4 ounce total), wiped clean, stemmed, and seeded
1 dried chile de árbol (1/8 ounce), wiped clean, stemmed, and seeded
1/2 pound fresh tomatillos, husked and rinsed
1/4 cup chopped white onion
1 large garlic clove, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice

Steps:

  • Heat a dry heavy medium skillet (not nonstick) over medium heat until hot, then toast chiles briefly on all sides, pressing flat with tongs, until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
  • Simmer tomatillos in water to cover in a small saucepan until tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a blender and add chiles, onion, garlic, orange juice, and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Blend until smooth (use caution when blending hot liquids). Transfer to a bowl and cool to room temperature.

TOASTED GUAJILLO CHILE SALSA



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Try this salsa with your favorite salty corn chips, or adapt it into an extra-special taco topping.

Provided by Oliver Strand

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 oz Dried Guajillo Chiles (stemmed)
6 Garlic Cloves (unpeeled )
1 1/2 Kosher Salt
3 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Onion Powder

Steps:

  • View the full cooking instructions for Toasted Guajillo Chile Salsa on Bon Appetit.

GUAJILLO SALSA



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Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     condiment

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings (3 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 8

24 guajillo chiles, stemmed, seeded and deveined
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1/2 medium white onion, peeled
1 vine-ripened tomato, boiled 30 seconds, peeled and seeded
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, place 4 cups water, the guajillo chilies, garlic cloves and white onion and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer until the chiles are soft and tender, about 25 minutes. Transfer the boiled vegetables, the tomato and 2 cups of the boiling liquid to a large blender and set aside to cool before blending. Process until smooth. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and a pinch of black pepper.
  • In a medium, heavy saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Strain the pureed guajillo salsa into the pan. Add the bay leaf and simmer until thickened, about 10 minutes. Taste for seasoning, adding additional salt and pepper as desired.

ROASTED GUAJILLO SALSA



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After returning from Mexico, I played around with lots of dried chile salsa recipes until I created my favorite! It is very versatile, and can be used as salsa with tortilla chips, enchilada sauce, sauce for fajitas, or I even poured it over a roast beef and made deshebrada!

Provided by p00gJr

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 2 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 -8 guajillo chilies
1 small onion
6 garlic cloves
1 small tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can fire-roasted tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
  • On a cookie sheet, roughly chop your onion, tomatoes, and lay out face up. Peel the garlics and place on cookie sheet too. Roast in the oven for about 15 minutes.
  • While the veggies are roasted, take your guajillo chiles, and put them in a frying pan on medium heat, to soften. Cook on each side about 45 seconds - 1 minutes, or until they are soft. Do not let them get black and crunchy!
  • Pull your guajillo chiles out of the frying pan, and slice them up. If you don't like spicy, remove seeds. I leave the seeds because I like spicy!
  • In your blender, combine all ingredients (roasted veggies, chiles, canned tomatoes, and salt). Blend until all ingredients are ground up, and there is a smooth consistency.
  • Enjoy with your favorite tortilla chips, as a sauce for enchiladas, a sauce to acompany fajitas, or any sort of Mexican dish you would like!

SALSA ROJA



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Most of the flavor in my homemade salsa roja recipe comes from dried mild chiles, like ancho, guajillo, and pasilla. Use this mild salsa on tacos or chips.

Provided by Jarrett Melendez

Time 45m

Yield Makes 4½ cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large white onion, halved
4 medium plum tomatoes (about 12 oz.), halved
1-2 serrano chiles
4 garlic cloves
3 oz. dried ancho, guajillo, and/or pasilla chiles, stems and seeds removed
½ bunch cilantro, tough stems trimmed, coarsely chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1½ tsp. Diamond Crystal or 1 tsp. Morton kosher salt; plus more (optional)
½ tsp. ground cumin
¼ tsp. ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Combine 1 large white onion, halved, 4 medium plum tomatoes (about 12 oz.), halved, 1-2 serrano chiles, 4 garlic cloves, and 3 oz. dried ancho, guajillo, and/or pasilla chiles, stems and seeds removed, in a medium saucepan, using fresh vegetables to weigh down dried chiles. Pour in water just to cover. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Cover and let sit until dried chiles are rehydrated and fresh vegetables are softened, 20-25 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer vegetables to a blender; reserve soaking liquid. Add ½ bunch cilantro, tough stems trimmed, coarsely chopped, juice of 1 lime, 1½ tsp. Diamond Crystal or 1 tsp. Morton kosher salt, ½ tsp. ground cumin, ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon, and 1 cup reserved soaking liquid. Blend, starting on low speed and gradually increasing to high, until smooth, about 2 minutes. Taste salsa and add more salt if needed.

ROASTED RED GUAJILLO SALSA WITH TANGY TOMATILLOS



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A while back I cooked my way through Mexican cookbooks and my favorites were always Rick Bayless. I discovered salsas using dried chiles through his cookbooks and found the taste and aroma to be much more complex and intense than fresh salsas. Although I love fresh salsas too, if I had the choice, I would choose salsas made from dried chiles. This one uses dried guajillo chiles but you can sub dried New Mexico, chipotle, pasilla, ancho or pulla.

Provided by Rinshinomori

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 2 C

Number Of Ingredients 8

vegetable oil (to 1/4 inch depth)
4 dried guajillo chilies
1 lb tomatillo, husked and rinsed (about 13 medium)
1/2 white onion, sliced 1/4 inch thick
4 garlic cloves, peeled
3/4 cup water (about)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt (to your taste)
1/2 teaspoon sugar (to your taste) (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small skillet heat oil to a 1/4 inch depth over medium heat. Pull the stems off chiles and remove the seeds completely.
  • Lay chiles in the skillet and turn them over several times as they toast and change color on the inside from dark cranberry red to a red. This should only take 15-20 seconds. Remove and place on paper towels. Chiles will crisp as they cool. You can do this one chile at a time.
  • Lay the tomatillos on a baking sheet and set the pan 4 inches below the broiler and let broil until they are softened and black in places, about 5 minutes. The skin will split. Flip the tomatillos and roast other side for 4-5 more minutes or so. Set aside to cool. Do not peel off the darkened skins or cut out the cores.
  • Turn oven to 425 and lay onion rings and garlic on a baking pan and bake until onions are deeply golden and garlic soft and browned in spots, about 15 minutes. Stir every couple of minutes. Cool to room temperature.
  • In a blender or food processor, blend tomatillos including their juice with dry toasted chiles. Process to a smooth puree. Scrape two-third of the puree into a bowl.
  • Roughly chop onion and garlic and add them to the blender still containing the rest of the chile tomatillo mixture. Pulse repeatedly until moderately finely chopped. Add a little water to loosen everything up and keep pulsing. Stir in enough water to give the salsa a lightly consistency. Combine this with chile tomatillo puree in a bowl.
  • Taste and season with salt and bit of sugar. Use within 5 days or freeze.

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Chiles: Guajillo chiles are the star of this salsa, so select plump, dried chiles with a deep red color. If you prefer a milder salsa, remove the seeds and veins before toasting.
  • Toast the Chiles Properly: Toasting the chiles enhances their flavor and aroma. Heat a skillet over medium heat and toast the chiles, pressing them down occasionally, until they are fragrant and slightly darkened. Be careful not to burn them.
  • Soak the Chiles Thoroughly: After toasting, soak the chiles in hot water until they are softened. This process rehydrates the chiles and makes them easier to blend.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh tomatoes, onions, and cilantro add vibrancy and flavor to this salsa. Choose ripe, juicy tomatoes and fresh, crisp onions. Chop the cilantro finely just before adding it to the salsa.
  • Adjust the Seasoning: Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning as desired. Add more salt, lime juice, or honey to balance the flavors.

Conclusion:

Toasted Guajillo Chile Salsa is a versatile condiment that adds a smoky, spicy flavor to a variety of dishes. Whether you're serving it with tacos, enchiladas, or simply as a dip with tortilla chips, this salsa is sure to be a hit. With its vibrant color, bold flavor, and easy preparation, this salsa is a must-try for any home cook. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and get ready to enjoy the deliciousness of Toasted Guajillo Chile Salsa!

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