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New Mexico Salsa

Make this bold and smoky New Mexico Salsa with roasted tomatoes, jalapeños, serranos, and garlic. Perfect for dipping, topping, or adding Southwest heat to any dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Dip
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 10 large tomatoes
  • 4 jalapeño peppers
  • 4 serrano peppers
  • 8 cloves garlic
  • 1 onion peeled and halved
  • Salt to taste
  • Optional: ½ cup fresh cilantro
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon lime juice

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  2. Arrange tomatoes, jalapeños, serranos, garlic cloves (with skins on), and onion halves on the baking sheet.
  3. Roast for 12–15 minutes, or until tomato skins begin to split. Remove tomatoes.
  4. Return peppers, garlic, and onions to oven for another 5 minutes until slightly charred.
  5. Let everything cool slightly. Peel garlic and remove stems from peppers.
  6. In a blender or food processor, combine half the tomatoes with roasted onions, garlic, and peppers. Pulse for 5–10 seconds until mostly blended.
  7. Add remaining tomatoes and pulse once or twice for a chunkier texture. Season with salt to taste.
  8. Optional: Stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Notes

Control the heat: For a milder salsa, remove seeds and membranes from the peppers before roasting.
Chunky texture: Use the pulse setting and avoid over-blending for a rustic finish.
Add lime juice: A splash of lime brightens and balances the richness of the roasted ingredients.