Description
Salsa Morita is a smoky, flavorful Mexican salsa made from toasted morita chiles and charred tomatoes, blended into a smooth and versatile condiment perfect for tacos, grilled meats, or as a dipping sauce.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 5 morita chiles
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1/4 small onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 cup water (or as needed)
Instructions
- Toast the chiles: Heat the morita chiles in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until aromatic, being careful not to burn them.
- Prepare the chiles: Remove the toasted chiles from the skillet, remove stems and seeds, and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the tomatoes, onion, and garlic, cooking until the tomatoes soften and develop slight char, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Blend ingredients: Transfer the charred tomatoes, onion, garlic, and roasted morita chiles into a blender or food processor.
- Add seasoning and liquid: Add salt and water to the blender, then blend until smooth. Adjust the amount of water to achieve your preferred salsa consistency.
- Final seasoning and serving: Taste the salsa and adjust salt if needed. Serve as a condiment for tacos, grilled meats, or as a dip with chips.
Notes
- Be careful not to burn the morita chiles while toasting to avoid bitterness.
- You can adjust the water quantity to make the salsa thicker or thinner according to your preference.
- This salsa can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Using fresh ingredients enhances the smoky and rich flavor of the salsa.
