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Fresh Restaurant Style Salsa

a bowl of homemade salsa surrounded by tortilla chips
  • Serves:  8
  • Prep Time:  15 min
  • Cook Time:  30 min

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons canola oil
  • 8-10 very ripe Roma tomatoes
  • 2-3 jalapeños
  • 1 medium white onion, cut in half
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 ripe avocado

Method

  1. In a large pot, heat the oil over high heat. Once the oil is glistening, add the tomatoes, jalapeños, 1 half of the white onion, and garlic in a single layer. Cook undisturbed, until the vegetables are charred, about 3-5 minutes. Turn and repeat on the other side until charred, about 3-5 minutes more.
  2. Reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid. Simmer, covered, for 15 minutes, or until mostly tender. Remove from heat and allow to cool, about 15 minutes. 
  3. To a food processor, add the charred vegetables (starting with only 1 jalapeño), crushed tomatoes, cilantro, salt, and the remaining half of the white onion. Blend on low until the desired texture is achieved. Add remaining jalapeños, one at a time, to increase the spice level. Add the avocado and pulse until just combined. 
  4. Transfer to a bowl, adjust salt as needed. Store for up to 1 week refrigerated in an airtight container.