Yucatán-Style Habanero Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
27%
Yucatán-Style Habanero Salsa
45 min.
8
66kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your culinary repertoire? Look no further than this vibrant Yucatán-Style Habanero Salsa! Bursting with flavor and heat, this salsa is not just a condiment; it's an experience that will elevate your meals to new heights. Perfect for those who love a kick, this recipe features fresh habanero chiles that are charred to perfection, bringing out their smoky essence.

What makes this salsa even more appealing is its versatility. Whether you're hosting a gathering, enjoying a quiet night in, or simply looking for a zesty snack, this salsa fits the bill. It's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it an inclusive choice for all dietary preferences. Plus, with a low FODMAP profile, it’s gentle on the stomach while still delivering a punch of flavor.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves eight, making it ideal for sharing with friends and family. The combination of charred chiles, toasted garlic, and fresh lime juice creates a harmonious blend that dances on your palate. So grab your gloves and get ready to blend up a salsa that will not only tantalize your taste buds but also impress your guests. Dive into the world of bold flavors with this Yucatán-Style Habanero Salsa!

Ingredients

  • 25  pepper flakes fresh
  • heads cloves separated unpeeled
  • teaspoons kosher salt plus more
  • 1.3 cups juice of lime fresh

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • blender
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Char chiles in broiler or over a gas flame until blackened all over.
  2. Place in a medium bowl; cover with plastic.
  3. Let steam for 15 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, heat a large dry cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Toast garlic until tender and skins are charred, about 8 minutes.
  5. Let cool.
  6. Wearing gloves, peel chiles; discard stems. Peel garlic cloves.
  7. Pulse chiles, garlic, lime juice, and 2 tsp. salt in a blender until a coarse purée forms. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts

Calories66kcal
Protein13.97%
Fat7.6%
Carbs78.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.63
Glycemic Load
4.63
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.528260754502%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.83mg
Hesperetin
3.39mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:66.39kcal
3.32%
Fat:0.68g
1.04%
Saturated Fat:0.07g
0.45%
Carbohydrates:15.74g
5.25%
Net Carbohydrates:13.39g
4.87%
Sugar:8.1g
9%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:595.47mg
25.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.8g
5.61%
Vitamin C:213.42mg
258.69%
Vitamin B6:0.73mg
36.35%
Vitamin A:1358.06IU
27.16%
Manganese:0.42mg
21.08%
Vitamin K:20.27µg
19.3%
Potassium:499.72mg
14.28%
Copper:0.19mg
9.65%
Fiber:2.35g
9.38%
Folate:36.19µg
9.05%
Vitamin B3:1.81mg
9.03%
Magnesium:36.03mg
9.01%
Iron:1.52mg
8.43%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.48%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.41%
Vitamin E:1.08mg
7.17%
Phosphorus:66.02mg
6.6%
Vitamin B5:0.33mg
3.3%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.69%
Calcium:26.92mg
2.69%
Selenium:0.76µg
1.09%
Source:Epicurious