Chipotle Salsa Negra Dark Chipotle Salsa Recipes

CHIPOTLE SALSA NEGRA (DARK CHIPOTLE SALSA)

Steps:

• Rinse chiles.
• Heat half of the oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add chiles and garlic and cook, stirring, about 5 minutes (chiles will be puffed and garlic browned). Set garlic aside.
• Transfer chiles to a bowl and cover with hot water. Let soak until soft (about 15 minutes). Drain and remove stems, seeds and veins.
• Purée chiles, garlic and 2 cups water (I use the chile-soaking water).
• Heat the other 3 tablespoons of oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the pureed salsa and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt.

ONE HELLAVA CHIPOTLE SALSA

Steps:

• Put the tomatoes, garlic and cilantro in blender or food processor and process until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier salsa, just mix ingredients together in a large bowl.
• Transfer to large bowl and add onion, adobo marinade and sugar.
• Add lime juice, salt and black pepper to taste, then add the cinnamon, allspice and ccumin, if using.
• Best when freshly made, but you may cover and chill until ready to serve.