Salsa for Pupusas

Elevate your pupusa experience with this authentic and flavorful salsa, specially crafted to complement El Salvador's beloved dish. This "Salsa for Pupusas" combines the vibrant, earthy flavors of sautéed Roma tomatoes, white onion, and garlic, with a touch of fresh cilantro and optional jalapeño for a customizable kick. Infused with a hint of ground cumin and perfectly balanced with just a touch of salt, this silky smooth salsa is simmered to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for pairing with homemade pupusas, but it’s versatile enough to enjoy with tortilla chips or other Latin dishes. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this salsa guarantees to add an irresistible burst of flavor to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Roma tomatoes
• 0.5 pieces White onion
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 0.25 cups Fresh cilantro
• 1 pieces Jalapeño (optional, for spice)
• 0.5 cups Water
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 tablespoons Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

1. Roughly chop the Roma tomatoes, half an onion, and the jalapeño if using.

Step 2

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

Step 3

3. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped tomatoes, onion, garlic cloves, and jalapeño to the skillet.

Step 4

4. Sauté the ingredients for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices.

Step 5

5. Transfer the sautéed mixture to a blender or food processor.

Step 6

6. Add the water, fresh cilantro, salt, and ground cumin to the blender.

Step 7

7. Blend the ingredients until you reach a smooth consistency. For a thinner salsa, add a bit more water and blend again.

Step 8

8. Pour the blended salsa back into the skillet and simmer over low heat for 3-5 minutes to develop the flavors.

Step 9

9. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed.

Step 10

10. Serve the salsa warm or at room temperature with freshly made pupusas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(484.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	197.8

Total Fat 13.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1203.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 18.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g	0%
Total Sugars 9.8g
Protein 3.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 68.0mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 791.8mg	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: 58.5%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 35.3%