Salsa Roja

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
34%
Salsa Roja
22 min.
15
118kcal

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There's nothing quite like the vibrant flavors of Salsa Roja to elevate your appetizer game! This delightful sauce is not just a treat for your taste buds; it’s also packed with wholesome ingredients, making it a fantastic choice for everyone, regardless of dietary preferences. Whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free, this recipe is sure to impress.

Salsa Roja serves as the perfect accompaniment to your favorite snacks, from tortilla chips to grilled vegetables, or even as a zesty topping for tacos and burritos. What makes this version special is the rich depth of flavor achieved by broiling fresh tomatoes, onions, and garlic to perfection, creating a smoky base that will leave everyone wanting more.

The combination of dried guajillo and ancho chiles adds a subtle heat and complexity, while lime juice brightens the whole dish. The beauty of Salsa Roja lies in its versatility; you can adjust the heat level or make it creamier by simply adding a bit of the reserved soaking liquid from the chiles. Ready in just 22 minutes and with enough to serve 15 people, it’s the ideal recipe for gatherings and celebrations.

Prepare to impress your friends and family with this stunning, homemade Salsa Roja that’s bursting with flavor and goodness. Dive into this culinary adventure and experience the warmth of home-cooked goodness that pairs perfectly with any meal!

Ingredients

  • 12  ancho chile peppers dried
  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar fresh
  • large garlic cloves unpeeled
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  •  onion quartered
  •  roma tomatoes halved
  • teaspoons salt 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • broiler
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler with oven rack 5 inches from heat. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Place garlic, tomatoes, and onion, cut sides down, on prepared baking sheet. Broil 5 minutes or until skins are blackened. Set aside.
  3. Wipe chiles clean with a damp cloth.
  4. Remove and discard seeds and stems. Peel garlic.
  5. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add chiles and cook, turning often, 2 minutes or until dark and toasted. (Do not burn.)
  7. Transfer chiles to a bowl; cover with 1 cup boiling water.
  8. Let stand 20 minutes or until softened.
  9. Transfer chiles to a food processor with a slotted spoon, reserving soaking liquid.
  10. Add reserved garlic, tomatoes, and onion. Pulse until finely chopped.
  11. Add salt, cumin, and lime juice; pulse until well blended.
  12. Add reserved soaking liquid if necessary to achieve desired consistency. Cover and chill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories118kcal
Protein10.2%
Fat24.24%
Carbs65.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.33
Glycemic Load
0.58
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
13.829130385233%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.22mg
Isorhamnetin
0.37mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.69mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:118.3kcal
5.92%
Fat:3.59g
5.53%
Saturated Fat:0.5g
3.12%
Carbohydrates:21.87g
7.29%
Net Carbohydrates:13.28g
4.83%
Sugar:12.7g
14.11%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:337.98mg
14.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.4g
6.81%
Vitamin A:7693.57IU
153.87%
Fiber:8.58g
34.34%
Vitamin K:34.08µg
32.46%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.4%
Potassium:619.94mg
17.71%
Vitamin C:14.12mg
17.12%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.1%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.62%
Vitamin B3:2.64mg
13.21%
Iron:1.89mg
10.53%
Vitamin E:1.33mg
8.88%
Magnesium:29.73mg
7.43%
Phosphorus:56.55mg
5.65%
Folate:20.67µg
5.17%
Copper:0.09mg
4.5%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.11%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.7%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.47%
Calcium:20.39mg
2.04%
Selenium:1.14µg
1.63%
Source:My Recipes