Salsa Tatemada (Fire Roasted Salsa)

Directions

  1. 1Preheat your charcoal or gas grill to medium-high heat.
  2. 2Place the veggies on the grill grates over the open flame.
  3. 3Keep an eye on them and give them a few gentle flips after a few minutes, aiming for tender yet slightly crisp veggies.
  4. 4Once the veggies have an amazing char on all sides, they are good to go.
  5. 5Roast tomatoes until they are soft inside and charred all around; they may take a little longer than the rest of the veggies.
  6. 6Cool the veggies for about 5 minutes prior to blending.
  7. 7Transfer the roasted vegetables to a blender.
  8. 8Add the cilantro and chicken bouillon to the blender.
  9. 9Puree until you reach your desired consistency.
  10. 10Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and black pepper if needed.
  11. 11Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container once it has cooled.
  12. 12Store the salsa in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Ingredients

  • 3 medium tomatoes
  • 2 fresh jalapeños, stem removed
  • 2 serrano peppers, stem removed
  • 0.33 medium onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 0.5 teaspoon chicken boullion
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
  • Salt and pepper

Equipment

charcoal or gas grillblenderairtight containerFood processor

Tips

  • Preheat the Grill: Fire up your grill to medium-high heat. You want it nice and hot before those veggies hit the grates.
  • Don’t Fiddle Too Much: Let your veggies cook for a few minutes on each side. Don’t be too eager to flip them—let them develop that delicious charred skin.
  • Oil the Grates: Use tongs and a paper towel soaked in oil to grease the grates. This helps prevent sticking and gives your veggies those coveted grill marks.
  • Place with Care: Lay and flip your veggies slowly on the grill. Some my fall between the grates!
  • Off the Grill: Once your veggies are perfectly grilled, transfer them to a platter. They all may cook at different rates.
  • Don’t rinse or peel the skin on the roasted veggies. The goal is to keep the best part: the char flavor.