IRMA'S SALSA
INGREDIENTS
1 (14.5 oz) can whole peeled tomatoes
(any brand)
1 clove garlic
1 whole pickled jalapeno pepper
(start with ½ pepper for mild)
1 teaspoon diced onion
salt to taste
1 fresh tomato, diced
2 green onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
DIRECTIONS
Place first 5 ingredients in blender and
blend thoroughly. Taste and add more
jalapeno peppers for a more spicy salsa.
Pour into a bowl and add the small diced
tomato, green onions, and cilantro.
Mix thoroughly, add more salt if needed.
CHIPOTLE-TOMATILLO SAUCE
INGREDIENTS
1 lb whole tomatillos (husked)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion (chopped fine)
1/2 cup minced cilantro
2 canned chipotle chilies (minced)
1 tbsp vinegar
1/2 tsp salt or more to taste
DIRECTIONS
Heat the broiler. Place the tomatillos
on a small baking sheet, covered with
foil for easier cleaning. Broil the
tomatillos for 15-18 minutes, turning
occasionally until the tomatillos are
soft and dark in spots. Cool the
tomatillos briefly. Warm the oil in a
small skillet. Add the onion and sauté
until just softened. Transfer the onion
to a medium bowl. Chop the tomatillos
fine and add them to the onion. Stir
in remaining ingredients. The salsa
can be served warm or refrigerated.
