The Ultimate Salsa Fresca

Name: The Ultimate Salsa Fresca
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6-8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 lb red ripe tomato, diced; 1 small onion, finely diced; 1/4 cup cilantro, roughly chopped; 1 garlic clove, finely minced; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano, rubbed between your palms to crush; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; 2 -3 serrano chilies, minced (to taste, these are hot!)

Submitted by Jostlori

"Salsa fresca is a generic term for any salsa that isn't cooked. There's no right or wrong way to do it - everyone does their own thing. This recipe is my take on what my mom used to make, but I think it's exceptional. (Pat on back, LOL!) Measurements are loose, but the key is the olive oil and mexican oregano. Prep time includes 15 minutes of standing time."

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photo by Rita1652

Ready In:: 30mins
Ingredients:: 9
Serves:: 6-8

ingredients

1 lb red ripe tomato, diced
1 small onion, finely diced
¹⁄₄ cup cilantro, roughly chopped
1 garlic clove, finely minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
¹⁄₂ teaspoon Mexican oregano, rubbed between your palms to crush
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 -3 serrano chilies, minced (to taste, these are hot!)

directions

In a non-reactive bowl, combine first six ingredients.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Add the minced serrano chiles, a little at a time, tasting for "heat" until you reach the level you can stand.
Let stand for fifteen minutes to let the flavors meld. A small squeeze of lime juice is also good.
Refrigerate until ready to use. Will NOT keep overnight.
NOTE: this is such a versatile salsa. Try it in scrambled eggs, then rolled in a flour tortilla (breakfast burrito). Yum!

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Reviews

Bangin salsa recipe. My wife made this and I nearly pooped myself.

White b.
Quick and easy to put together and even easier to eat! I did add lime juice. Gracias. Made for ZWT #8

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