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Homemade salsa at your fingertips! The hand-operated crank turns two sharp blades that chops, spin and whip. Includes 1.5 qt plastic bowl, lid/crank handle, chopping blade and whipping blade. (spinner basket is no longer being included by the manufacturer) |
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SALSA FACTS and maybe more…. “Salsa” is the Spanish word for sauce. In southwestern cooking it refers to a relish or condiment, a mixture of chopped vegetables, fruits (usually tomatoes) and seasonings that may be cooked or uncooked, is usually not pureed and is served as an accompaniment to a dish. Salsas, once limited to the regions where southwestern and Mexican food is found, are everywhere in the United States. Salsas, relishes, and chutneys can enliven even the dullest of dishes. It is rare to
find any Texas style food without one of these accompaniments. Although salsas
are Mexican in origin and relishes are a southern tradition, they have become
equally popular. In Mexico, the main ingredients in salsa are onions, garlic, chiles, and tomatoes. Salsas are thicker and chunkier than picante sauces
Salsas
can be fresh, cooked or bottled. Southwestern food lovers use them as garnishes,
dips, condiments and even as side dishes. Salsas form a bridge of flavor and
texture between the mild cheese of a quesadilla and its flour tortilla base,
between the piquant beef in a taco and its corn wrap. In southern restaurants,
salsa and tortilla chips are brought to the table as soon as customers are
seated. Some variations such as red chile, green tomatillo and guacamole are
offered. Salsas made at home often bear the signature of the cook who will
adjust the balance of ingredients from mild to spicy, tangy or pungent or rich
by adding avocado.
Due
to an increasing awareness of nutritional issues, salsas have risen in
popularity partly because they are low in cholesterol, fat, and calories and
partly because they provide a great way to add depth and flavor to any dish or
just that extra zip to a sauce.
The
ever growing popularity of salsas has also widened its usage from a
pre-meal dip with tortilla chips to a vegetable dip, a condiment served
with fish and over eggs, a sauce over chicken
or beef, a base for cooked sauces, try it over pizza or pasta, or shock
your palate and pour over baked potatoes and French fries. Facts are that salsa has become the best selling condiment in North America recently pushing tomato ketchup out of the top-selling spotlight. We appear to be returning to a healthier way of eating i.e. legumes, grains, vegetables and organic produce of all kinds and in part the growing popularity of salsas is also due to an increasing awareness of nutritional issues.
Since salsas are traditionally spicy and vegetable based, it is
easy to forget how delicious and different the taste of fruit can be alongside
the tomatoes and chiles. Tomato salsas are great with chicken and beef.
Spoon a mango based salsa over fish tacos or even pork tenderloin. Pineapples
have the perfect flavor and texture for creating a hearty salsa. Why not try a
pineapple based salsa with blackened seafood or chicken. The sweetness of the
salsa compliments the smoky, spicy flavor of blackened dishes.
Summertime brings melons galore to local grocery stores or farmer's markets and
home gardens. These melons also make a great choice for creating a fruity salsa.
The melon like flavor of papaya blends with spicy hot peppers to create another
delicious salsa that is wonderful with chicken or pork. Here is another variant:
roasted corn adds a nutty, smoky flavor to salsa and if you're roasting your
corn on the grill, add the jalapeno peppers to the grill also for another great
taste. |
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Mexican Food To Go Favorite
Salsa Recipes.
Melon Salsa Recipe. Mango Salsa Recipe. In a medium bowl, combine all
ingredients. Mix well. Two Tomato Salsa. Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Stir well. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Use a slotted spoon to serve with corn tortilla wedges, poultry, or fish. Yield: 3 cups (approx. 6 calories per tbsp.) Tropical Fruit and Black Bean Salsa Recipe. 1/2 c pineapple, diced Mix all ingredients. Allow flavors to develop for at least 30mts. Fruit Salsa Recipe. Chop all in food processor to desired
consistency.
Cut a flour tortilla into bite size pieces.
Spray lightly with Pam. Avocado-Tomato Salsa Recipe. 2 tomatoes, diced Combine tomatoes, onions, avocado, peppers, parsley,
vinegar, lime peel, juice and cumin. Let stand for 15 minutes before serving. Fruit Salsa Recipe. 1 cup chopped peeled pineapple Combine all ingredients in medium bowl. Season with white pepper and salt. Can be made 3 hours ahead.
Makes about 4 cups. Fresh Tomato Salsa Recipe. 4 to 6 medium tomatoes Chop tomatoes, onions, olives & green chiles in very small pieces. Combine oil and vinegar, pour over tomato mixture. Serve with corn or taco chips. For best flavor, chill for several hours before serving. Tropical Fruit Salsa Recipe. 1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted and cut into
1/4" cubes Combine all ingredients in a medium
bowl. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend. Serve with
grilled fish or chicken. Salsa De Picante Recipe. 2 large cans tomatoes, chopped Place all ingredients in a large pot and bring
to a boil.
Boil for 5 minutes. Cool & refrigerate. Visit our
Mexican Food recipes main
page for more original (at times spicy!) authentic Mexican recipes! |
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