Salsa Roja

Salsa Roja

Salsa roja is a Mexican sauce made with ripe tomatoes and chile peppers. Great as a dip or for making enchiladas and tacos. Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 1 week.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Yield:
1 quart
Servings:
32

Ingredients

  • 1 quart vegetable stock
  • 8 large dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
  • 3 plum tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 small dried red chile, stemmed and most seeds discarded
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1
Combine vegetable stock, ancho chiles, plum tomatoes, onion, red chile, garlic, brown sugar, vegetable oil, cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Boil mixture for 2 minutes.

Step 2
Cover saucepan and remove from heat; let stand for 10 minutes.

Step 3
Pour mixture into a blender no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth. Transfer salsa to a bowl and stir in vinegar.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

22
Calories
1g
Fat
3g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 32
Calories 22
% Daily Value *
Total Fat1g 1%
Saturated Fat0g 1%
Sodium157mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate3g 1%
Dietary Fiber1g 4%
Total Sugars1g
Protein1g
Vitamin C1mg 6%
Calcium7mg 1%
Iron1mg 3%
Potassium129mg 3%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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