Salsa Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 lb. ripe tomatoes (12 large); 1 lb. onions (2 large); 1 lb. green peppers (2 large); 1 large red pepper or 1 more green; 1 1/2 c. white vinegar; 1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. salt; 2 tsp. chili powder; 1 tsp. garlic powder; 3/4 tsp. ground cumin; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes or 3 to 4 jalapeno peppers

Servings: persons

1
Peel, seed and chop tomatoes.
2
Allow to drain in colander. Chop onions and peppers.
3
In a large pot on high heat, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil.
4
Reduce to medium heat.
5
Cook; stir occasionally.
6
Cook for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until very thick.
7
Near the end, stir often to prevent sticking.
8
Spoon into hot sterile jars; allow 1/4-inch headroom.
9
Process in boiling water bath for 20 minutes or in pressure cooker for 10 minutes at 5 pounds.
10
Double batch makes 8 to 9 pints.

233

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Carbs

Protein

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 6 lb. ripe tomatoes (12 large), 1 lb. onions (2 large), 1 lb. green peppers (2 large), 1 large red pepper or 1 more green, and more.

Yes, 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!

Salsa

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