How to Make Smoked Salsa - A Step-by-Step Guide

Smoked salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that adds a depth of flavor to any dish. The smoky undertones from the charred vegetables give this salsa a unique and irresistible taste that pairs perfectly with grilled meats, tacos, or simply as a dip for tortilla chips. This recipe takes the traditional salsa ingredients and elevates them with the addition of smoky flavor, creating a perfect balance of heat, tang, and sweetness.

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Ingredients

  • wood chips
  • 4 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 onions, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 orange bell pepper, diced
  • 3 jalapeño peppers, diced
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat a smoker grill to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Add wood chips according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Combine tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and jalapeños in an aluminum grill pan.
  • Place the pan onto the grate of the preheated smoker grill; smoke for 3 hours.
  • Remove vegetables from the smoker and transfer to a blender; blend to desired consistency. Mix in lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add fresh cilantro for decoration.
  • Nutrition

    58 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 31mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 119mg
    • Calcium: 33mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 447mg