Toasted Guajillo Chile Salsa
A rich and smoky Mexican salsa made with toasted guajillo chiles and charred garlic, balanced with apple cider vinegar and aromatics. This versatile sauce offers deep, complex flavors perfect for various Mexican dishes.
Ingredients
- •4 ounces dried guajillo chiles
- •6 cloves garlic
- •1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- •3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- •1 teaspoon garlic powder
- •1 teaspoon onion powder
- •recipe note
Cooking Instructions
- 1.
Heat a large dry cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, toast chiles until slightly puffed and fragrant, 15-20 seconds per side. Let cool.
5 min
- 2.
Using kitchen scissors and working over a medium bowl, cut chiles into thin rings, reserving seeds. Cover with 2 cups very hot water and let soak for 10 minutes.
10 min
- 3.
Meanwhile, heat the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook, turning often, until tender and skin is lightly charred, about 8 minutes. Let cool. Peel; trim ends.
8 min
- 4.
Transfer chiles with seeds and liquid to a blender; add roasted garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining ingredients. Pulse until a thick, coarse purée forms. Season with salt.
5 min