Serrano Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Serrano Salsa
45 min.
2
346kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your culinary repertoire? Look no further than this vibrant and zesty Serrano Salsa! Perfect for those who appreciate bold flavors, this salsa is not only vegetarian and vegan but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an ideal choice for a variety of dietary preferences.

With a delightful combination of roasted serrano chiles, fresh cilantro, and a tangy kick from cider vinegar and lime juice, this salsa is sure to awaken your taste buds. The roasting process enhances the chiles' natural sweetness while mellowing their heat, resulting in a balanced flavor profile that can elevate any dish. Whether you're looking to add a punch to your antipasti platter, serve as a starter at your next gathering, or simply enjoy it as a snack with tortilla chips, this salsa is versatile enough to fit any occasion.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delicious concoction that serves two, with each serving packing a flavorful punch at only 346 calories. The combination of fresh ingredients and the aromatic allspice creates a unique twist that will leave your guests asking for the recipe. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress with this homemade Serrano Salsa that embodies the spirit of Mexican street food!

Ingredients

  • cup apple cider vinegar 
  • cup cilantro leaves chopped
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime freshly squeezed
  • tablespoon salt 
  • 16  serrano chiles diced peeled seeded
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • cup onion white minced
  •  allspice whole

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In small saucepan, combine the vinegar, sugar, and allspiceand simmer until the sugar dissolves. Set aside.
  2. Heat the oil in a medium-size skillet over medium heat; stirin the onion and cook until translucent, about 4 minutes.
  3. Addthe serranos, allspice-vinegar syrup, and salt and gently simmeruntil the mixture binds together, 8 to 10 minutes.
  4. Cool, fold in the lime juice and cilantro, scrape into a foodprocessor, and process until blended but still slightly chunky.Taste to adjust the salt, if needed.
  5. Reprinted with permission from Dos Caminos: Mexican Street Food by Ivy Stark with Joanna Pruess, © 2011 Skyhorse Publishing

Nutrition Facts

Calories346kcal
Protein2.38%
Fat73.19%
Carbs24.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
92.05
Glycemic Load
6.32
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
12.831739176875%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.66mg
Hesperetin
2.71mg
Naringenin
0.12mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
2mg
Isorhamnetin
4.01mg
Kaempferol
0.52mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
28.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:346.37kcal
17.32%
Fat:27.64g
42.52%
Saturated Fat:4.23g
26.42%
Carbohydrates:20.76g
6.92%
Net Carbohydrates:17.24g
6.27%
Sugar:12.28g
13.64%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:3506.69mg
152.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.02g
4.05%
Vitamin K:81.08µg
77.22%
Vitamin C:38.79mg
47.01%
Manganese:0.55mg
27.26%
Vitamin A:1007.41IU
20.15%
Vitamin E:2.84mg
18.95%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
18.11%
Fiber:3.52g
14.1%
Potassium:430.44mg
12.3%
Folate:34.3µg
8.57%
Magnesium:29.4mg
7.35%
Copper:0.13mg
6.65%
Phosphorus:60.26mg
6.03%
Iron:1.04mg
5.78%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.06%
Vitamin B3:0.97mg
4.85%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.66%
Calcium:45.18mg
4.52%
Vitamin B5:0.28mg
2.77%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.56%
Selenium:0.86µg
1.23%
Source:Epicurious