homemade salsa

You got it! Here’s a classic homemade salsa recipe — fresh, zesty, and perfect for chips, tacos, burritos, or just about anything. It’s easy to make and way better than store-bought!

🌶️ Homemade Salsa (Restaurant Style)

🧂 Ingredients:

• 4 ripe Roma tomatoes (or 1 can diced tomatoes, drained)

• 1 small onion, roughly chopped

• 2 cloves garlic

• 1–2 jalapeños or serrano peppers (seeds removed for milder salsa)

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro

• Juice of 1 lime

• Salt, to taste (start with ½ tsp)

• Optional: 1 tsp sugar (balances acidity if needed)

🔪 Instructions:

1. Roast for flavor (optional but worth it):
   Roast the tomatoes, onion, garlic, and peppers in a skillet or under the broiler until slightly charred — adds amazing depth!

2. Blend it up:
   Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender. Pulse until you reach your desired consistency — chunky or smooth.

3. Taste and adjust:
   Add more salt, lime juice, or heat as needed. If it tastes too sharp, a pinch of sugar smooths it out.

4. Chill (optional):
   Let the salsa sit in the fridge for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

5. Serve:
   Serve cold or room temp with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or eggs!

🔄 Variations:

• Add mango or pineapple for a fruity twist

• Use tomatillos instead of tomatoes for a green salsa (salsa verde)

• Add cumin for a smoky flavor