Dried Chile Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Dried Chile Salsa
35 min.
8
44kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your culinary experience with a burst of flavor? This Dried Chile Salsa is a vibrant and versatile addition to your kitchen repertoire. Perfect for those who follow vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, this salsa is not only delicious but also caters to a variety of dietary preferences.

In just 35 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves eight, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, parties, or simply as a delightful snack. With only 44 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. The combination of ancho chiles and chiles de árbol creates a rich, smoky flavor profile that is beautifully complemented by the freshness of garlic and onion.

This salsa is incredibly versatile; it can be enjoyed as an antipasti, a starter, or a zesty appetizer. Whether you’re dipping crispy tortilla chips, drizzling it over grilled vegetables, or using it as a marinade for your favorite dishes, this salsa is sure to impress. Plus, it can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the fridge for up to four days.

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests with this easy-to-make Dried Chile Salsa that brings a taste of the Southwest right to your table!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 ounces ancho chiles 
  • 1.5 ounces chiles de árbol dried
  •  garlic cloves peeled
  • tablespoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup distilled vinegar white
  • medium onion white chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • blender

Directions

  1. Toast chiles in a dry medium skillet overhigh heat, turning often, until fragrant, about3 minutes.
  2. Let cool slightly, then removestems and seeds.
  3. Place chiles, onion, garlic,salt, and 1 1/2 cups water in a mediumsaucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat andsimmer until very soft, 15–20 minutes. Puréechile mixture in a blender until smooth.Strain into a medium bowl and mix in vinegar.
  4. DO AHEAD: Salsa can be made 4 days ahead. Cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories44kcal
Protein11.41%
Fat11.96%
Carbs76.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.38
Glycemic Load
0.43
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
6.0565217940704%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
2.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:44.09kcal
2.2%
Fat:0.64g
0.98%
Saturated Fat:0.09g
0.58%
Carbohydrates:9.21g
3.07%
Net Carbohydrates:5.9g
2.14%
Sugar:4.97g
5.52%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:882.75mg
38.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.37g
2.74%
Vitamin A:2816.37IU
56.33%
Fiber:3.32g
13.27%
Vitamin K:11.58µg
11.03%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.85%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.91%
Potassium:225.28mg
6.44%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.06%
Vitamin C:4.82mg
5.85%
Vitamin B3:0.95mg
4.74%
Iron:0.71mg
3.93%
Magnesium:11.23mg
2.81%
Phosphorus:23.61mg
2.36%
Vitamin E:0.34mg
2.25%
Folate:8.08µg
2.02%
Copper:0.04mg
1.77%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.27%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.2%
Calcium:11.84mg
1.18%
Zinc:0.15mg
1.02%
Selenium:0.71µg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious