Homemade Salsa Recipes
Homemade salsa considered a is traditionally served with corn chips.
Salsa is also great as a healthy side, appetizer or served wth salads. And of course served with Mexican recipes!
For your next party feature an array of delicious salsa recipes such as:
- Strawberry salsa
- Mango salsa
- Salsa verde
- Pico de gallo
- Pineapple salsa
- Fresh tomato salsa
- Avocado salsa
- Fresh tomatillo
- Roasted tomatillo
- Roasted tomato salsa
- Mexican salsa
- Black bean salsa
- Peach salsa
- Spicy salsa
- Corn salsa
- Watermelon salsa
- Restaurant style
- Creamy avocado salsa
- Salsa recipes for canning
What Can You Eat With Salsa Instead Of Chips
- Hummus
- Pizza
- Fish
- Steak
- Noodles
- Tortilla soup
- Chicken soup
- Corn chowder
- Rice
- Quinoa
- Corn bread
- Lettuce
- Eggs
- Meatloaf
- Potatoes
Common Salsa Ingredients
- Tomato
- Chili pepper or chilies
- Cilantro leaves
- Black pepper
- Jalapeno
- Onion
- Garlic
- Lime
- Sea salt
What Are The Best Tomatoes For Salsa
Roma tomatoes are the best salsa tomatoes. They are great for canning, full of flavour and very easy to work with.
Do You Have To Peel Tomatoes To Make Salsa
No. However if you are making a roasted salsa. See below the method to peel tomatoes.
Place tomatoes in boiling water for 1 minute and then immerse in ice water for about 2 minutes. The skin will split and easily and peel off.
Can I Can Salsa Without Cooking It
You will just need to simmer the salsa for a couple minutes, then put it in hot mason jars.
To learn how to do the water bath canning method go here.
How Do You Thicken Up Salsa
See 4 steps below.
Step 1
Add 1 tbsp. of cornstarch to every cup of salsa you want to thicken. Then add an equal amount of water to the bowl and stir to form a paste.
Step 2
Place the salsa in a saucepan on the stove over medium heat and bring the salsa to a simmer.
Step 3
Stir the cornstarch paste into the salsa continuously, and heat the salsa for 30 to 60 seconds.
Step 4
Bring the salsa to a boil, then reduce the heat to bring it back to a simmer to remove the starch taste. Boil the salsa for 1 minute, then remove it from the stove.
Source: eHow
How Long Can You Keep Homemade Salsa
Homemade salsa will generally keep for about 5 to 7 days in the fridge.
You can extend the shelf life of salsa further if you freeze it.
Freeze salsa in covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags.
Just make sure you remove all air from the bag before you seal it.
Freeze your salsa in 1 cup portions if you plan to use it frequently.
How Do You Know If Homemade Salsa Is Bad
Check for significant discolouration and any changes in the smell of the salsa.
How Long Does Mason Jar Salsa Last
Unopened Jar
Last 1 to 2 months in pantry or fridge.
Opened Jar
Opened store bought salsa last 1 to 2 weeks in the fridge.
Homemade as mentioned above last 5 to 7 days.
Is Jarred Salsa Healthy
Yes it is. Stick with organic brands filled with natural ingredients.
What Is The Best Store Bought Salsa
- Frontera Double Roasted Tomato Gourmet Mexican Salsa
- La Victoria Suprema Salsa
- Goya Mild Salsa Pico de Gallo
- Green Mountain Gringo
- Market Pantry Chunky Salsa
- Tostitos Chunky Salsa
- Xochitl Stone Ground Salsa
- 365 Everyday Value Hatch Chile Salsa
- Herdez Salsa Verde
- Julio’s Salsa
Is Salsa Good For Weight Loss
Jalapenos found in fresh salsa get their spice from a powerful component called capsaicin. Capsaicin can increase your body’s fat burning ability substantially which promotes weight loss.
Source: Healthline
What Is Difference Between Salsa & Pico de Gallo
Pico de gallo, is a fresh, uncooked mixture of chopped tomatoes, onions, cilantro, fresh chiles, lime juice, and salt.
On the other hand traditional salsa has a thinner consistency where as pico de gallo is chunky.
Please see below a list of 18 salsa recipes that are absolutely delicious.
Dietary Type
- Vegetarian
- Gluten free
- Vegan
Strawberry Salsa
Read full details on: Closet Cooking
Mango Salsa
Read full details on: Gimme Some Oven
Authentic Pico De Gallo
Read full details on: Natasha’s Kitchen
Tropical Grilled Pineapple Salsa
Read full details on: As Easy As Apple Pie
Fresh Tomato Salsa
Read full details on: Little Broken
Fresh Tomatillo Salsa
Read full details on: Simply Recipes
Smoky Avocado Salsa
Read full details on: Camille Styles
Roasted Tomatillo Salsa
Read full details on: She Wears Many Hats
Parmesan Rice Crips With Roasted Tomato Salsa
Read full details on: Glutenfree Goddess
Rustic Roasted Tomato Salsa
Read full details on: Tide & Thyme
Authentic Mexican Salsa
Read full details on: Eat Healthy Eat Happy
Black Bean Salsa
Read full details on: Peas & Crayons
Peach Salsa
Read full details on: Baked In Arizona
Fire Roasted Salsa
Read full details on: Spicy Southern Kitchen
Corn Salsa
Read full details on: The Gunny Sack
Spicy Watermelon Salsa
Read full details on: Spicy Southern Kitchen
Restaurant Style
Read full details on: Gimme Some Oven
Creamy Avocado Salsa Verde
Read full details on: Peas & Crayons
Best Method & Recipe For Salsa Canning
For more information on how to safely can salsa, its recipe, water bath and pressured method go here.