Thick And Chunky Salsa Recipe

Name: Thick And Chunky Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 gal (7 to 8 lb.) tomatoes, divided; boiling water; 6 onions, peeled and chopped; 5 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped; 5 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 c. seeded, chopped jalapeno peppers; 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste; 1 Tbsp. salt; 3/4 c. white vinegar; 1/4 c. granulated sugar; 2 Tbsp. diced cilantro, crushed; 3 Tbsp. cornstarch (optional)

Servings: persons

1 gal (7 to 8 lb.) tomatoes, divided
boiling water
6 onions, peeled and chopped
5 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
5 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 c. seeded, chopped jalapeno peppers
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
1 Tbsp. salt
3/4 c. white vinegar
1/4 c. granulated sugar
2 Tbsp. diced cilantro, crushed
3 Tbsp. cornstarch (optional)

1
Wash tomatoes; dip into boiling water for about 30 seconds to loosen skins.
2
Dip into cold water.
3
Core and peel tomatoes; cut in half.
4
Squeeze tomatoes to remove most of the seeds and juice. Chop tomatoes into pieces, reserving half of them.
5
Put remaining tomatoes into a large saucepan.
6
Cook over high heat for 5 minutes.
7
Put cooked tomatoes through a food mill or puree with a hand blender.
8
Return to pot.
9
Bring to a boil.
10
Simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 1 hour, until mixture is reduced.
11
Add reserved tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, garlic, jalapeno peppers, tomato paste, salt, vinegar, sugar and cilantro.
12
Simmer 30 minutes.

414

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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

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: 1 gal (7 to 8 lb.) tomatoes, divided, boiling water, 6 onions, peeled and chopped, 5 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped, and more.

Yes, Thick And Chunky 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!

Thick And Chunky Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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