How to Make Ancho-Chipotle Salsa - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a bold and spicy salsa to add some heat to your next fiesta or backyard BBQ, then this Ancho-Chipotle Salsa is the perfect choice. This smoky and rich salsa is bursting with flavor and is sure to be a hit with all your guests. Whether you're serving it with chips, tacos, or grilled meats, this salsa will add a delicious kick to any dish.

The key to this salsa is the combination of ancho and chipotle peppers. The ancho peppers provide a deep, earthy flavor with a ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
  • 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded
  • 1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, seeded
  • 1 (1 inch) piece dried ancho chile pepper
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 ½ tablespoons chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, or to taste
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon white sugar, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 2 cups

  • Place the tomatoes, jalapeno pepper, chipotle pepper, ancho chile, garlic, onion, cilantro, lemon juice, salt, sugar, and cumin into a blender. Pulse until the salsa has been finely ground, or to your desired consistency. Let stand at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend.
  • Nutrition

    14 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 299mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 19mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 120mg