Salsa roja, roasted tomato salsa
A smoky, garlicky red salsa made from charred tomatoes and chillies. Keeps well in the fridge for a week.
- Time25 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.15 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the grill to its highest setting. Toss the tomatoes, onion, garlic and jalapeños in the oil on a baking tray.
- 2
Grill for 12 minutes, turning once, until blackened in patches and soft.
12 min - 3
Peel the garlic. Remove the jalapeño stalks (and seeds if you want it milder).
- 4
Blend everything with the lime juice and coriander to a rough purée.
- 5
Season with salt. Serve warm or chilled with tortilla chips, eggs or grilled meat.
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