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How to Make Roasted Tomatoes Salsa

Published: Feb 14, 2009 · Updated: Aug 12, 2018 by Mely Martínez

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How to Make Roasted Tomatoes Salsa / Cómo Hacer Salsa de Tomates Asados

Roasted tomatoes salsa is full of flavors and will turn a simple piece of meat or chicken into something delicious. If you like grilling meats, this will be the sauce to go with it. It is also used to spice up some regional dishes throughout México, like “bocoles” from southern Tamaulipas state, or “molotes" from the state of Oaxaca.

How to Make Roasted Tomatoes Salsa | Mexican Recipes
The combination of peppers varies from region to region, but the end result of roasting the ingredients makes this roasted salsa delicious.

How to Make Roasted Tomatoes Salsa

JUMP TO FULL INSTRUCTIONS How to Make Roasted Tomatoes Salsa | Tomatoes and peppers

Instructions:

  • In an ungreased griddle over medium-high heat, roast the tomatoes, garlic, and peppers. They will start showing brown spots. Turn them to get an even roasting. (Please check the ingredients list below)

How to Make Roasted Tomatoes Salsa | Tomatoes and peppers

  • In different areas of Northern México, some cooks use a stove top type of grill to char their tomatoes and peppers.

How to Make Roasted Tomatoes Salsa | Roasted Tomatoes and peppers

  • I found this at an Asian market. I tried it out but it takes longer to cook the tomatoes and is a little bit messy. So, I will stick to the more traditional griddle method.

How to Make Roasted Tomatoes Salsa | instructions step by step

  • You can also char/roast the tomatoes directly over a flame, or on your gas or charcoal grill and also roast them in your broiler, just make sure you do place the tomatoes in a fireproof pan to contain the juices from the tomatoes and turn the tomatoes once to roast the other side.
  • The tomatoes should be soft and slightly charred when done. Put the ingredients into a blender and puree until smooth.

How to Make Roasted Tomatoes Salsa | Molcajete

  • If you want to have a chunky style salsa use a Mexican Molcajete or a food processor. My molcajete is too small, as you can see, but works just fine for me to prepare my traditional salsas with the authentic taste of México.

How to Make Roasted Tomatoes Salsa | instructions step by step, quick and easy

  • But if you prefer smooth texture for your salsa, use the blender. The tomatoes will be very juicy and soft from this roasted process and you won’t need to add water to the blender.

How to Make Roasted Tomatoes Salsa | I hope you enjoy this delicious recipe

  • Now heat the oil in a skillet, over medium heat and add the sauce. Cook for about 5 minutes. Season with salt. Your sauce is ready!!

How to Make Roasted Tomatoes Salsa | Authentic Mexican Food Recipes
I made myself some tacos on stove top-charred tortillas with Queso Fresco and topped with salsa.

HOW TO MAKE ROASTED TOMATOES SALSA

Mely Martínez - Mexico in my Kitchen
Roasted tomatoes salsa is full of flavors and will turn a simple piece of meat or chicken into something delicious. If you like grilling meats, this will be the sauce to go with it.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Course Salsas
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 1 ½ Cups
Calories 102 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium-size tomatoes
  • 3 serrano peppers
  • 1 small clove garlic
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • In an ungreased griddle at medium high heat, roast the tomatoes, garlic and peppers. They will start showing brown spots. Turn them to get an even roasting.
  • In different areas of Northern México, some cooks use a stove top type of grill to char their tomatoes and peppers.
  • I found this at an Asian market. I tried it out but it takes longer to cook the tomatoes and is a little bit messy. So, I will stick to the more traditional griddle method.
  • You can also char/roast the tomatoes directly over a flame, or on your gas or charcoal grill and also roast them in your broiler, just make sure you do place the tomatoes in a fireproof pan to contain the juices from the tomatoes and turn the tomatoes once to roast the other side. The tomatoes should be soft and slightly charred when done.
  • Put the ingredients into a blender and puree until smooth.
  • If you want to have a chunky style salsa use a Mexican Molcajete or a food processor. My molcajete is too small, as you can see, but works just fine for me to prepare my traditional salsas with the authentic taste of México.
  • But if you prefer smooth texture for your salsa, use the blender. The tomatoes will be very juicy and soft from this roasted process and you won’t need to add water to the blender.
  • Now heat the oil in a skillet, at medium heat and add the sauce.Cook for about 5 minutes. Season with salt . Your sauce is ready!!

I made myself some tacos on stove top-charred tortillas with Queso Fresco and topped with salsa.

    Notes

    The peppers and garlic will take less time, make sure to put aside before they get too charred.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 102kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 349mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1202IUVitamin C: 26mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg
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    Provecho!
    Mely Martinez, the cook at Mexico in my Kitchen!

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    Comments

    1. zerrin

      February 14, 2009 at 8:15 pm

      This sauce recipe is just for me. In fact, I make some sauce with tomato but I just saute them in pan. Roastin is a great idea! Meat sounds good, but I think I can also spread this sauce on pasta??

      Reply
    2. Mely (mimk)

      February 14, 2009 at 10:09 pm

      That is a great idea Zerrin, maybe I will try it over pasta too.

      Reply
    3. Silvia

      February 15, 2009 at 3:11 am

      Que feliz me hace ver tus recetas cada noche... Gracias Mely por estas deliciosas ideas y tus hermosas fotos.

      Reply
    4. Mely (mimk)

      February 15, 2009 at 2:10 pm

      Gracias por visitar my blog y por tus comentarios. Silvia.

      Reply
    5. Aaron

      September 17, 2009 at 10:52 am

      Where did you find the raoster for the chiles? I always put mine right on the burner, but the roaster you use would be nice.

      Great recipes I plan to try many.

      Reply
    6. Mely (mimk)

      September 17, 2009 at 11:32 am

      Hi there Aaron,

      The roaster, I found it at the local Asian Market. I am sure if there are many in your area. Here in my neck of the woods there are a lot of Asian Markets that sell a wide selection of cooking wares. I also have one very similar that I found at TJ Maxx, that according to the packing it is used for toasting ciabatta bread over the stove.

      Bobby Flay used to sell a really cool one but I couldn't located it to send you the link. You could also use a grilling skillet.

      Thank you for stopping by.

      Mely

      Reply
    7. Aaron

      September 18, 2009 at 12:21 pm

      Thank you, I can search for the Bobb Flay one. I do have many Asian markets near me, so I can look there as well.

      I grew up in California, but live in Michigan now. So to have good Mexican food I usually have to make it myself.

      Reply
    8. Mely (mimk)

      September 18, 2009 at 1:52 pm

      I know how it feels to be used to a certain kind of food and don't find it in your city. If you are looking for a particular recipe let me know I may have it.

      By the way, I visited you blog and I love the way your fish tacos look. They sure look tasty!

      Have a great day!

      Reply
    9. Anonymous

      August 02, 2010 at 12:50 am

      Oh my GOD!!! me va a dar algo de ver tantas delicias,mi mujer esta aprendiendo a cocinar mi comida porque de esto no sabe nada,esta pagina sera de gran utilidad,gracias!!!!!!!!

      Reply
    10. Cory

      February 26, 2011 at 5:59 am

      OMG...I'm glad to hear that you heat the salsa in oil...I have been doing that for years. That's the only way for me....yummy.

      Reply
    11. Em Tune

      August 31, 2011 at 11:15 pm

      Gracias for the post I want to start making my own salsas, I am living in Mexico and really want to learn to make local dishes....

      Reply
    12. Melissa Rios

      August 12, 2013 at 7:01 pm

      Your recipes look wonderful! Just came across your blog and can't wait to try some. Reminds me a lot of my Grandma's old recipes. I miss her dearly. I remember how she used to make a certain delicious dessert when I was a little girl. Looked like she was making flour tortillas but after she rolled them out, she cut them into strips and sort of braided them in a line. After that, she would grill them in a pan. They would puff up and I think she would sprinkle a little sugar/cinnamon on them...but I do remember we would also eat them plain and they were still a lil sweet so she must have added sugar to the dough. Ever heard of that by chance? I know I'm in the wrong section. I was looking for a recipe for this orangey-ish salsa that's served warm at my local Taquerias here in Belton, Texas. Wonder if this is the one I'm looking for. Anyway, just thought I'd share. Thanks! -Melissa. :o)

      Reply
      • Mely

        August 12, 2013 at 7:49 pm

        Hello Melissa,
        These is the recipe for the buñuelos, the flour fritters you mentioned.

        Buñuelos

        There are several taqueria style recipes, go the the recipes section under salsas.

        Mely

        Reply
    13. Lorna Moravec

      December 25, 2013 at 11:12 pm

      I made this today, Christmas day in the late afternoon, after my husband and I came home from watching Madea's Christmas. Lovely! Thank you so much. Lorna Moravec, West, Texas

      Reply
    14. Declan

      November 22, 2017 at 1:28 pm

      4 stars
      Hi
      I use the same skillet at the end when cooking the salsa so it has some of the roasted/charred (NOT BURNT!!) juices pulp etc
      Thanks for the great recipes , tips, and your presentation

      Declan

      Reply
    15. Kris

      September 17, 2018 at 1:34 pm

      I was wondering how long this lasts in the fridge. Can you freeze it?
      Thanks

      Reply
      • mmartinez

        September 17, 2018 at 7:01 pm

        Hi Kris,
        Is last about 3 days in the fridge and one month in the freezer.

        Reply
    16. Martha E. Trevino

      April 22, 2019 at 3:07 pm

      Mely and Zerrin, the Mexican salsas taste good on all pastas.
      Coming from South Texas, Mom always used her delicious Mexican recipes to incorporate into the American dishes as well.
      She made spaghetti and added the Mexican salsas to it-delicious.
      She did the same with elbow macaroni-outstanding.
      Mom even prepared-still does-mashed potatoes with finely chopped cilantro and roasted garlic, ranch dressing with avocado and cilantro, hash browns with bell peppers, cilantro and poblano peppers, stir-fry-vegetables with cilantro, poblano peppers, fresh mint-hierba buena and roasted garlic.
      The trick to making the pastas have a delectable taste is to first boil them in Knorr Suiza chicken bouillon. That way, the pasta comes out with fantastic flavor. Then you roast the garlic in olive oil , crush it with the fork tine, add the Mexican salsa to the pasta and simmer for about 5 minutes so all the flavors can blend.
      She even added the Mexican salsas and Knorr Suiza bouillon to the Hamburger Helper pastas. In our house, every dish was prepared with Mexican ingredients, still is. Mom always has been a superb cook, and she taught us all of those valuable culinary skills. For that, I worship the ground she walks on. In our homes, you smell all types of herbs and spices because that makes the cooking outstanding. Mely has brought the Mexican cooking to America-hats off to you, Mely!

      Reply
    17. Autumn Paine

      January 19, 2020 at 3:06 pm

      5 stars
      Garcia's! It is delicious.

      Reply
    18. Autumn Paine

      January 19, 2020 at 3:08 pm

      5 stars
      Sorry, auto correct messed me up. It should have said gracias, delicious!

      Reply

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