Salsa De Picante

Bursting with smoky heat and vibrant flavors, Salsa de Picante is a quintessential homemade hot sauce that adds a fiery touch to any meal. Crafted with a blend of dried arbol and guajillo chiles, this recipe delivers a deep, earthy spice balanced by the natural sweetness of charred roma tomatoes and caramelized garlic. Apple cider vinegar lends a hint of tang while a touch of salt rounds out the bold, complex flavors. Perfect for drizzling over tacos, enchiladas, or grilled meats, this quick and easy salsa requires just 25 minutes to prepare and serves up to eight, making it a versatile staple for spice lovers. Whether served warm or at room temperature, Salsa de Picante is sure to level up your condiments game with every irresistible bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 15 pieces dried arbol chiles
• 2 pieces dried guajillo chiles
• 3 pieces roma tomatoes
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 0.5 piece white onion
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.

Step 2

Toast the dried arbol and guajillo chiles in the skillet for 1-2 minutes, flipping frequently, until they are fragrant. Be careful not to scorch them as it can turn the salsa bitter.

Step 3

Remove the chiles from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the roma tomatoes, garlic cloves (still in their skins), and half the white onion. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the tomatoes are charred and softened, and the garlic and onion are slightly browned.

Step 5

Peel the garlic cloves once they are cool enough to handle.

Step 6

In a blender, combine the toasted chiles, charred vegetables, peeled garlic, apple cider vinegar, water, and salt.

Step 7

Blend on high until the mixture is smooth. If the salsa is too thick for your liking, add more water 1 tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or vinegar for balance.

Step 9

Pour the salsa into a small saucepan and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to meld the flavors.

Step 10

Allow the salsa to cool slightly and serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in a tightly sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(711.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	333.4

Total Fat 16.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2419.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 7.7g
Protein 8.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 118.3mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 1593.5mg	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: 40.8%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 50.6%