Basic Salsa Roja

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat about 1-2 tbsp olive oil over medium/high heat. Once hot, add in your tomatoes, tomatillos, onion, and serrano. You can also add in your garlic at this step as well (leave the peel on). Flip occasionally as you char them for 15-20 minutes so they char on all sides. More color = more flavor. Alternatively, prep these ingredients on a lined sheet to roast in the oven at 400⁰F until they are charring a bit and the exterior of the veggies is developing some color.

Step 2

Add the charred ingredients directly to a blender (remove garlic peel if charred in step 1). Add in your salt, pepper, chicken bouillon, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, and sweetener if adding. Pulse until you reach your desired consistency.

Step 3

Taste for seasonings (salt, lime) and enjoy! Tip: you can add in about a tsp or so of olive oil to the blender to thicken the salsa a bit if you want.