Once you know how to make salsa, you will find yourself making it over and over again. It is a simple process. There is virtually no cooking at all. You are mainly chopping vegetables and putting them into the food processor. Once you see how easy it is you will want to keep making it. This makes a great small hostess or thank you gift.
You are able to add or take out ingredients that you do not enjoy. There are also many different types you can concoct. A basic recipe will have tomatoes, jalapeno, onion, lime, cilantro, garlic, cumin, salt and pepper. You will also need a food processor.
Taking the skin off of each tomato is the first step. An easy trick is to bring water to a boil. Turn the water off and put the tomatoes in one at a time. Once the skin begins to crack, take them out. Plunge the tomatoes into icy cold water to cool them. With a paring knife begin removing the skin. It should come off easily.
While tomatoes and peppers are in the traditional type, you do not have to be traditional. Pineapple and mango is another great combination. Use your imagination and get creative to prepare varieties that you and your family will enjoy.
Put all of the ingredients into the food processor. Pulse until you have the consistency that you like. Pour it out and place it into a container with a lid. Keep it refrigerated. This actually tastes better later in the day or the next day. If you are planning to serve it in the evening prepare it early in the day or the day before. The flavors will have a chance to come together this way.
This is all that you need to know about how to make salsa. This is one of the simplest things that you can prepare in the kitchen. Its super easy and extremely versatile. You are able to prepare a spicy or mild variety depending on your likes. It's also a perfect dish to prepare ahead of time. It actually gets better tasting as it sits in the refrigerator. Keep it in a covered air tight container until ready to use it.
