Category: Salsas & Dips

Rick Bayless ~ Salsa Roja de Chile Arbol

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  The boxes are packed, loaded on to a u-haul and have been deposited to… Read more

Chile Pequín en Escabeche – Pickled Pequíns

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  Chile Pequín en Escabeche – Pickled Pequíns   My mom grew a tiny bush… Read more

Famous Queso Dip

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Famous Queso Dip   My  VELVEETA & Ro*Tel® queso addiction began the evening my Uncle Israel walked into my… Read more

Salsa Frijoles de Olla

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Salsa Frijoles de Olla Super Bowl is approaching fast.  Have you finalized your menu? When… Read more

Queso Fundido

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Queso Fundido   An appetizer of melted cheese spiked with tequila and overflowing with chorizo, poblanos and tomato.… Read more

Chicharrón En Salsa Verde

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Chicharrón En Salsa Verde   In the last month I have prepared, devoured and enjoyed chicharrón… Read more

Cheesy Refried Beans

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    Cheesy Refried Beans The final days until Christmas are here!! I find myself… Read more

Salsa Cruda

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Tomatoes Tomatoes Tomatoes Tomatoes is the spotlight for this edition of Summer Fest Confession:  This was… Read more

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Tomatoes is the spotlight for this edition of Summer Fest

Confession:  This was my dinner last night.  A heaping batch of salsa cruda and  fried tortilla chips.  Shame? Not a bit.

Salsa Cruda simply means raw sauce.  All summer we enjoy salsa cruda with our meals as the recipe can be easily adapted to what you have on hand.  When tomato season rolls around count on your salsa cruda flavor to have an even bolder flavor from one of summer’s best gifts.  Our family favorites usually consist of roasted pineapple, mango or jicama.  A splash of lime and a pop from a finely diced serrano and your set.  Easy addition to your morning eggs, layered on a taco or sprinkled over fish.  I often add my salsa cruda to my lunch salads for that a touch of heat.  Not into heat omit the serrano or remove the seeds.

Salsa cruda offers the flexibility to add the flavors you enjoy with the ease of prep for your next party or game night.  I often make several variations for a party and set along side a taco bar.  Cold beers, tacos and salsa cruda make me one perfect party host. (more…)