Fiery Ghost Pepper Salsa
A bold and spicy ghost pepper salsa that combines roasted tomatoes, red onion, garlic, and fresh cilantro with the intense heat of ghost peppers for a flavor-packed dip.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Blender or Food Processor
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Gloves
- Measuring Cups
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ghost peppers, halved (use gloves; remove seeds for milder heat)
- 4 ripe Roma tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, quartered
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the tomatoes, red onion, and garlic on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until softened and slightly charred.
- During the last 5 minutes of roasting, add the ghost peppers (wear gloves) to lightly char them.
- Allow the roasted ingredients to cool slightly, then transfer them to a blender along with the lime juice, salt, ground cumin, cilantro, and apple cider vinegar. Pulse until you achieve your desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. For best flavor, refrigerate the salsa for at least one hour before serving.
- Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, or your favorite dish for a fiery kick.
Notes
Always use gloves when handling ghost peppers. Adjust the number of peppers to suit your spice tolerance. Let the salsa rest for optimal flavor blending.
Nutrition
Calories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gSodium: 290mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
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