Barbara's Hot Salsa

Bring bold, smoky heat to your table with Barbara's Hot Salsa, a vibrant homemade recipe that's perfect for spice lovers! This salsa shines with oven-roasted Roma tomatoes, fresh jalapeños, and red onion, all charred to perfection under the broiler for deep, rich flavors. Infused with the zesty punch of lime, fragrant cilantro, and a dash of smoked paprika, this salsa is a tantalizing mix of freshness and smoky warmth. For those who dare, an optional habanero pepper adds an extra kick of fire. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile salsa pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or eggs. Whether you like it chunky or silky smooth, Barbara's Hot Salsa is a must-try for any salsa aficionado craving a homemade, customizable dip full of flavor and spice.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Roma tomatoes
• 2 pieces Fresh jalapeños
• 1 medium Red onion
• 0.5 bunch Fresh cilantro
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 large Lime
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 piece Optional habanero pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven's broiler to high and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with foil.

Step 2

Cut the Roma tomatoes and jalapeños in half lengthwise, and place them on the baking sheet cut-side down.

Step 3

Peel and slice the red onion into thick wedges and add them to the baking sheet, along with the unpeeled garlic cloves.

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the vegetables, then broil for 8-10 minutes or until the tomato skins start to blister and the vegetables are slightly charred.

Step 5

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the vegetables cool for a few minutes. Peel the garlic cloves as they cool.

Step 6

In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted tomatoes, jalapeños, onion, and peeled garlic.

Step 7

Add the fresh cilantro leaves (stems removed), juice of the lime, salt, cumin, and smoked paprika. If you want extra heat, add the optional habanero pepper at this stage.

Step 8

Blend the ingredients until you achieve your desired consistency—some prefer chunky salsa, while others like it smooth.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice or salt to your preference.

Step 10

Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl or jar. Allow it to cool completely and let the flavors meld for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator before serving.

Step 11

Serve with tortilla chips or use as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or eggs. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(680.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	312.8

Total Fat 15.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2405.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.7g
Protein 7.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 151.6mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1579.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.0%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 50.8%