Mom's Tostada Sauce

Dive into the bold, authentic flavors of "Mom's Tostada Sauce," a homemade masterpiece that's the ultimate upgrade for your Mexican-inspired dishes. This vibrant recipe combines juicy, slow-simmered tomatoes, sautéed onions, and garlic with a zesty kick from jalapeño or serrano peppers. Enhanced with fragrant cumin and chili powder, and brightened by fresh cilantro and a splash of lime juice, this sauce strikes the perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and spicy. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and versatile addition to your kitchen repertoire, ideal as a crispy tostada topping or a crowd-pleasing dip for tortilla chips. Make this classic family recipe and experience the true essence of comfort food with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 large Tomatoes
• 1 medium White onion
• 3 whole Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Jalapeño or serrano pepper
• 0.5 cup Cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prep your vegetables: dice the tomatoes, chop the onion, and mince the garlic.

Step 2

Finely dice the jalapeño or serrano pepper, ensuring you remove the seeds if you prefer a milder sauce.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a medium-sized skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the onions to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until they become soft and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and diced pepper, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet and stir well to combine with the onions, garlic, and pepper. Let the mixture cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and thicken into a sauce-like consistency.

Step 7

Stir in the cumin powder, chili powder, and salt. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the cilantro and lime juice, then blend until the sauce is smooth or reaches your desired consistency.

Step 10

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lime juice to enhance the flavors.

Step 11

Let the sauce cool completely before serving. Use as a topping for tostadas or as a dip alongside tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(841.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	436.8

Total Fat 28.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2441.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 22.3g
Protein 7.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 123.8mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 1726.0mg	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: 54.4%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 39.3%