Chile de Arbol Salsa
Chile de Arbol Salsa is a fiery and flavorful condiment that adds a vibrant kick to your meals. This salsa, made from dried chiles de árbol, garlic, and spices, is incredibly versatile and perfect for drizzling over tacos, enhancing grilled meats, or serving as a zesty dip for tortilla chips. Its bold flavor profile and customizable heat level make it a showstopper at any gathering or for a cozy dinner at home. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, you can elevate your dishes to new heights with this delicious salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending/Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ounce dried chiles de árbol
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 white onion
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 cup water (plus more as needed)
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Roast the dried chiles de árbol and unpeeled garlic in a skillet over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Avoid burning.
- Remove from heat, then blend the roasted chiles and garlic with chopped onion, oregano, cumin, water, vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Adjust water for desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve fresh over tacos or as a dip with chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg