salsa tatemada

INGREDIENTS

– 5 plum tomatoes, halved – 2 Serrano chile peppers, halved and deseeded – 1/2 white onion, sliced into wedge – 2 garlic cloves – 2 tbsp olive oil – 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped – 2 tsp fresh lime juice – Salt to taste – 1/3 cup water

STEP 1

Arrange tomatoes, chiles, onion, and garlic on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat. Roast for 20 minutes.

STEP 2

Remove chile stalks and garlic skins. Cool veggies, then transfer to a food processor.

STEP 3

Add cilantro, lime juice, salt, and 1/3 cup water. Blend in short pulses to desired consistency. Transfer to a bowl and enjoy.

Tips for Making Salsa Tatemada:

– Place your roasted veggies on a flat baking sheet—don’t use a deep tray—to get the perfect charred finish.