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serrano pepper recipes - A bowl of chunky roasted serrano pepper salsa with fresh cilantro and lime wedges nearby.

Roasted Serrano Pepper & Lime Salsa

A smoky, spicy, and vibrant roasted salsa that highlights the bright heat of serrano peppers. Perfect as a side dish or a topping for your favorite meals.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups 1x

Ingredients

Scale

6–8 fresh serrano peppers
3 large Roma tomatoes, halved
1/2 white onion, cut into wedges
3 cloves garlic, unpeeled
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven broiler to high and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Step 2: Arrange the serrano peppers, tomatoes (cut side down), onion wedges, and garlic cloves on the baking sheet.
Step 3: Place the tray under the broiler for 5-7 minutes, or until the skins of the peppers and tomatoes are charred and blistered.
Step 4: Remove the tray from the oven. Carefully peel the skin off the roasted garlic cloves and discard the skins.
Step 5: Place the roasted peppers, tomatoes, onion, and garlic into a food processor or blender.
Step 6: Add the lime juice, sea salt, and cumin to the mixture.
Step 7: Pulse the ingredients several times until you reach your desired consistency (chunky or smooth).
Step 8: Stir in the chopped cilantro by hand and taste for seasoning, adding more salt or lime if needed.
Step 9: Transfer to a serving bowl and let it sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

For a milder version, remove the seeds from half of the serrano peppers before blending. Wear gloves when handling peppers to avoid skin irritation.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dishes
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 35
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 0.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: serrano pepper recipes, spicy salsa, roasted pepper recipe, homemade salsa, serrano peppers

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