In this salsa from Casa del Sol in Cuidad Juárez. Mexico, the peppers are roasted and the tomatoes and onions broiled, giving the salsa a deep, roasted flavor. This salsa is traditionally mashed by hand if you decide to do the same, remember to wear gloves and don't wipe your eyes.
How to Make It
Step 1
Preheat broiler.
Step 2
Place jalapeños, skin sides up, on a foil-lined baking sheet; broil 12 minutes or until blackened. Cut peppers in half lengthwise, discarding seeds and membranes. Cut into slices. Set peppers aside.
Step 3
Place tomato slices on baking sheet; broil 10 minutes, turning after 5 minutes. Place onion slices on baking sheet; broil 14 minutes, turning after 7 minutes.
Step 4
Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add peppers, tomato, onion, and salt; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 30 minutes. Cool to room temperature. Mash mixture with hands or with a potato masher. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator up to two weeks.
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