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Authentic Molcajete Salsa│Mexican Salsa Molcajeteada

Learn how to make authentic Mexican Molcajete Salsa with roasted vegetables and sea salt, perfect for carne asada, tacos, or tortilla chips.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 5
Calories 30 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 molcajete

Ingredients
  

  • 6 pieces jalapeno add 1-2 serrano chiles for extra spice
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 pieces Roma tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1/4 piece onion
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon Cooking Oil

Instructions
 

  • Roasting Vegetables:
    Griddle: Cook vegetables on medium heat until charred.
    Broiler: Roast veggies for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway.A
    ir Fryer: Roast at 360°F for 8 minutes, shaking halfway.
  • Remove the tomato and pepper skins.
  • Start by smashing sea salt and garlic in the molcajete.
  • Add water, jalapeños and tomatoes, smashing until smooth.
  • Keep adding a splash of water a a time for a smoother paste and a small amount of salt until reach your desired consistency.

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Authentic Molcajete Salsa│Mexican Salsa Molcajeteada
Amount per Serving
Calories
30
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
3
g
5
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.2
g
1
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Sodium
 
466
mg
20
%
Potassium
 
19
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
1
g
0
%
Fiber
 
0.2
g
1
%
Sugar
 
0.3
g
0
%
Protein
 
0.2
g
0
%
Vitamin A
 
17
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
 
5
mg
1
%
Iron
 
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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