Freezer Salsa Recipe

Name: Freezer Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 -12 large very ripe tomatoes; 2 large cooking onions or 2 medium Spanish onions; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 8 cloves garlic, minced; 8 jalapeno peppers or 1 can diced green chilis; 2 -3 sweet green peppers (or mix of green and red); 2 (5 1/2 ounce) cans tomato paste; 1/4 1/4 cup cider vinegar or 1/4 cup lime juice; 1 tablespoon paprika; 2 teaspoons granulated sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

10 -12 large very ripe tomatoes
2 large cooking onions or 2 medium Spanish onions
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 cloves garlic, minced
8 jalapeno peppers or 1 can diced green chilis
2 -3 sweet green peppers (or mix of green and red)
2 (5 1/2 ounce) cans tomato paste
1/4 1/4 cup cider vinegar or 1/4 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1
Peel,core, seed and coarsely chop tomatoes.
2
You should have 10 cups.
3
Peel and finely chop onions.
4
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
5
When hot, add onions and garlic.
6
Cook, stirring often, until onions are soft.
7
Meanwhile, seed and finely chop jalapenos.
8
Seed and coarsely chop sweet peppers.
9
When onions are soft, stir in tomato paste.
10
Add tomatoes, peppers, vinegar, paprika, sugar and salt.
11
For extra heat stir in cayenne.
12
Bring to boil and lower heat until it gently boils.
13
Cook uncovered stirring occasionally until thickened, about 30 minutes.
14
Store covered in refrigerator for 1 week or freeze.
15
Flavor improves in the refrigerator or freezer.

215

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 -12 large very ripe tomatoes, 2 large cooking onions or 2 medium Spanish onions, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 8 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Freezer Salsa falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Freezer Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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