Chili de Árbol Salsa

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Chili de Árbol Salsa 🌶🔥

Spice up your meals with this bold and smoky Chili de Árbol Salsa! Packed with fiery heat, tangy tomatillos, and fresh cilantro, it’s the perfect condiment for tacos, chips, and all your favorite Mexican dishes. If you love flavor with a kick, this salsa is a must-try!

Ingredients

  • 12 chiles de árbol
  • 1 serrano pepper (optional for extra heat)
  • 3 tomatillos
  • 1 ripe tomato
  • 1 garlic clove
  • Handful of fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

🔥 1️⃣ Roast the Ingredients

  1. Heat the Skillet: Warm a dry skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Toast the Chiles: Toast the chiles de árbol until they release a smoky aroma, but be careful not to burn them as they can turn bitter. Remove and set aside.
  3. Roast the Veggies: Place the tomatillos, tomato, and serrano pepper on the skillet. Roast them, turning occasionally, until their skins are lightly charred and the vegetables have softened.

💧 2️⃣ Boil for Softness

  1. Transfer to a Saucepan: Move the roasted tomatillos, tomato, and serrano pepper to a small saucepan. Add enough water to just cover the ingredients.
  2. Simmer: Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are fully softened.
  3. Cool Down: Drain the water and let the ingredients cool slightly.

🍅 3️⃣ Blend the Salsa

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a blender, combine the softened chiles de árbol, tomatillos, tomato, serrano pepper, garlic, cilantro, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Blend: Blend until smooth. If the salsa is too thick, add a splash of water to reach your desired consistency.
  3. Add Lime Juice: Squeeze in the juice of 1 lime, blend briefly, and adjust the salt to taste.

🌮 4️⃣ Serve and Enjoy

  1. Transfer to a Bowl: Pour the freshly blended salsa into a serving bowl.
  2. Chill or Serve Fresh: Serve immediately for a fresh, bold flavor or refrigerate for 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
  3. Enjoy: Pair with tortilla chips, drizzle over tacos, or use as a condiment for your favorite Mexican dishes.

Tips for the Perfect Salsa

  • Heat Control: If you prefer a milder salsa, reduce the number of chiles de árbol or skip the serrano pepper.
  • Smoky Flavor: Don’t skip the roasting step—it adds a rich, smoky flavor that takes this salsa to the next level.
  • Storage: Store leftover salsa in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Why You’ll Love It

This Chili de Árbol Salsa delivers the perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and spicy flavors. It’s a fiery addition to tacos, quesadillas, burritos, and more. Spice lovers, this one’s for you! 🌶🔥

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