Salsa Ranchera

Recipe Categories : | Mexican | Chili | Hot & Spicy | Condiments | MAIN INDEX |

Makes : 2 cups

Ingredients :

• 1 tbsp olive oil or peanut oil
• 4 medium tomatoes, peeled and seeded, finely chopped, juice reserved
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 2 jalapeño chilies, stemmed and finely chopped
• ½ tspn dried oregano
• ¼ tspn salt

Preparation and Cooking Instructions :

1. Heat the oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add all the ingredients and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes and onions are soft, about 15 minutes. Use immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 10 days.
2. Cooks note : This salsa is not for dipping, but more to be used like a chunky ketchup