Mexican Restaurant Style Salsa Recipe

Name: Mexican Restaurant Style Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole Jalapenos; 1/4 whole Medium White Onion; 1 can Rotel (diced Tomatoes With Green Chilies, 10 Oz); 1 can Diced Peeled Tomatoes (14.5 Oz); 1 can Fire Roasted Green Chilies (4 Oz); 1/2 whole Large Lime (juice Only); 2 cloves Garlic; 1/2 teaspoons Sugar; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Cumin; 3/4 cups Cilantro

Servings: persons

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Cut the jalapeno and onion into large chunks rather than leaving whole so the processor can break them down faster.
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When I use cilantro, I only use the leaves, not the stems.
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But do as you see fit.
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Combine first 7 ingredients in food processor and pulse a few times to combine them.
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Add the sugar, salt and cumin and pulse again for about 20 seconds.
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Add the cilantro and process for about 30 seconds.
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At this point, mine was pretty well pureed, but pulse until it reaches the consistency you like.
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Be sure to test your salsa and adjust any ingredients as needed.
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The longer it can chill in the fridge, the more the flavors will blend, but it didnt last long in my house.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole Jalapenos, 1/4 whole Medium White Onion, 1 can Rotel (diced Tomatoes With Green Chilies, 10 Oz), 1 can Diced Peeled Tomatoes (14.5 Oz), and more.

Yes, Mexican Restaurant Style 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!

Mexican Restaurant Style Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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