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