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Valentina's Charred Tomato Salsa

A smoky and vibrant Mexican-style salsa made with charred plum tomatoes, serrano chile, and fresh cilantro. This versatile condiment combines the deep flavor of pan-roasted tomatoes with the bright notes of lime and herbs.

6 servings
23 min
Published October 4, 2025

Ingredients

  • •2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • •6 whole plum tomatoes
  • •¼ whole small onion
  • •1 clove garlic
  • •1 whole serrano chile
  • •½ cup cilantro leaves
  • •1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • •to taste Kosher salt

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high. Cook tomatoes, stirring occasionally, until slightly charred, 7-10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until saucy and juices are thickened, 6-8 minutes. Let cool slightly.

    18 min

  2. 2.

    Transfer tomatoes to a blender and add onion, garlic, chile, cilantro, and lime juice. Purée on high until mostly smooth but still with some texture; season salsa with salt.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Salsa can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.

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