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Pappasito's Salsa Recipe

Pappasito's Salsa Recipe

Josephen & Animash
Make authentic Pappasito’s Salsa at home with this easy roasted tomato salsa recipe. Smoky, fresh, and ready in 30 minutes. Perfect with chips, tacos, and Tex-Mex meals!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 24 kcal

Equipment & Tools

  • Stove
  • Skillet
  • Food Processor
  • Measuring Cup
  • Measuring Spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Serving Bowl

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Spray a skillet with cooking spray and heat it over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped poblano and minced jalapeño peppers.
  • Cook while stirring until the skins begin to darken and slightly char on the sides. This step builds smoky flavor.
  • Add the fresh tomatoes to the same skillet. Roast them until the skins turn dark brown on a few sides. Do not overcook — light charring is enough.
  • While the skillet is still hot, add the diced onion. Stir well so the heat softens the onion slightly. This removes harsh raw flavor.
  • In a food processor, add:
  • Celery salt
  • Oregano
  • Cilantro
  • Sugar
  • Garlic salt
  • Black pepper
  • Then add the roasted tomatoes, onions, and peppers.
  • Pour in 1 cup of water.
  • Pulse slowly until the salsa reaches a medium consistency. It should be slightly chunky, not smooth like sauce.
  • Transfer the salsa back into an oven-ready skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook for about 4 minutes while stirring quickly. This blends the flavors and improves texture.
  • Remove from heat and serve immediately with tortilla chips.

Notes

Do not over-blend. The salsa should remain slightly lumpy.
Roasting is important for smoky flavor.
Adjust water if needed to control thickness.
Taste and adjust salt or sugar as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tbspCalories: 24kcal (1%)Carbohydrates: 5g (2%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 210mg (9%)Potassium: 220mg (6%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Calcium: 12mg (1%)Iron: 0.4mg (2%)
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