Coues Sniper Report post Posted December 31, 2009 Looking for a good salsa recipe and figured this would be a good crowd to ask . Primarily looking for a "Salsa Fresca" type, but would like a good hot Salsa Verde recipe too. I love salsa but have never made it. Top secret tips/family recipes appreciated Thanks and have a great New Year, Kevin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Rabbit Report post Posted December 31, 2009 You mean you don't want that stuff made in NYC? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coues Sniper Report post Posted December 31, 2009 And here I thought you were going to have a good recipe for me Doug Something like that. Store bought just won't cut it anymore - I got spoiled on my last hunt in Mexico . I've been wanting to make my own for a while now, so I'm looking for a good recipe to start with. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JMP Report post Posted December 31, 2009 Colita Blanca makes fantastic salsa... pm him, I'm sure he'll share. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest borderboy Report post Posted December 31, 2009 I'm like mom - I don't use measurements. But one salsa I and my buddys like is as follows: - A can of cubed pineapple (at least) I don't use the generic stuff. I just think it's better. ?? A couple of fresh tomatos roasted(more if you want) A whole garlic At least a half sweet onion ( I like a whole one) I tend to like a strong onion though. A whole bunch of cilantro fresh of course ( I like to just use the leaves) Two to four habaneros (depends on your taste and tolerance) A couple of serranos - some prefer jalapenos - I don't care for them. Serranos and jalapenos - I look for the ones that have little cracks along the side. You will see what I mean - fresh with the cracks. From my gardening I think (I think) these are the ones that are the "readiest". In my garden I use the "fire tips" - serranos that turn red at the tips. I put it in the blender and chop it up. I'll add water first. This with a few warm homemade flour tortillas - oh yeah. I'll make a batch and it'll be gone when my friends are. So is the ice cream. I like salsa that bites but there comes a pt when it's too much. And everyone is different. Just start out easy and work up. I "eyeball" and taste my food. Chopping stuff up just makes it easier for the blending. Crushed pineapple will work just as well. A buddy uses chiltepin. I have some chiltepin plants but I give them away. Not enough icecream in the stores for those. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coues Sniper Report post Posted December 31, 2009 jmp - thanks, I'll hit him up borderboy - that sounds awesome. I'll definitely give that a try. I'm a big habanero fan also. I'll whip up a batch and get some ice cream and let you know how it goes. Gracias. And if you're in the sharing mood - what's your method for the homemade tortillas? I'm of the opinion that there really isn't anything better on this planet than a couple runny eggs inside a warm homemade tortilla with some fresh salsa... thanks again Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kilimanjaro Report post Posted December 31, 2009 Make you some mango salsa (sorry, no exact recipe but made with fresh sweet purple onions, mangos, lime, tomatoes, jalepenos) and then (lightly) grill some mahi or shark steak kabobs and enjoy with some ice cold Tecate or Dos Eqis.. Best stuff you'll ever eat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest borderboy Report post Posted January 1, 2010 Yeah sniper I'll "send it" soon. I'll pm you. Peace and Happy New Year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coues 'n' Sheep Report post Posted January 1, 2010 Kevin, My wife has a really good recipe... we are hunting tomorrow but I will get it from her ASAP.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GameHauler Report post Posted January 1, 2010 Kevin, My wife has a really good recipe... we are hunting tomorrow but I will get it from her ASAP.... Hi Buddy, old friend, old pal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coues Sniper Report post Posted January 1, 2010 Borderboy - Looking forward to trying them with your salsa Gino - I thank you sir! And Colita Blanca sent me his recipe and asked that I put it on this thread for everyone. Thanks again Colita! Colita Blanca's recipe: Roast 6 green chile's, 4 jalepenos, 6 tomatoes. peel each of them. place in bowl and smash with potato masher. add salt and garlic salt to taste. after roasting green chile's, place in plastic bag and let sweat. This makes it easier to peel. Also take the seeds out of the green chile's. Do not blend. This is a chunky salsa. Sorry, no measurements, it's something my abuelita taught me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Rabbit Report post Posted January 1, 2010 Whatever you make, it will surely be tasty. I can't recall a bad homemade salsa. Nor can I recall a store-bought in a jar better than anything homemade (Pace included ). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firstcoueswas80 Report post Posted January 1, 2010 Kevin, trust me, brother you will never get Salsa Bandera like they make it in mexico! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coues Sniper Report post Posted January 2, 2010 Casey - you're probably right, but it's going to be fun trying By the way, I HIGHLY reccomend trying that recipe Borderboy posted. I made some last night and it was awesome. 2 Habaneros was about perfect for my taste but the wife couldn't touch it. (But she thinks Cilantro is hot ) Thanks again Borderboy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ernesto C Report post Posted January 4, 2010 Just like this: Then add some chile "chiltepin" to the salsa and oh boy!! huummm delicious! Ernesto C Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
