Salsa (combination of chiles, tomatoes and other spices) can be traced to the Aztecs, Mayans and Incas. Today Salsas can be found in most regions of the world including Africa , South & North America, The Caribbean, Asia and The Middle East.
The most popular way to serve a salsa is as a dip. Here are a couple suggestions of what to serve with your Salsa...
Tortilla Chips
Available in a wide selection of flavors, from cheese-corn chips to fiery nachos, tortilla chips are the best accompaniment to tomato-based salsas.
Crudites
A selection of crunchy raw vegetables make delicious scoops for both creamy and spicy salsas.
Potato Skins
Crispy potato skins are great with creamy-cheese salsas or onion-based salsa.
SOUTH AMERICA
*Salsa Cruda*
INGREDIENTS
2 large tomatoes, roughly chopped
8 scallions, roughly chopped
2 fresh Jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped
3 tbs fresh Cilantro, chopped
1 tbs extra-virgin olive oil
juice from 1/2 lemon
salt & pepper, to taste
Method: Place all ingredient in a large bowl and combine. Season to taste, Cover & chill for at least 2 hours.
*Salsa Verde*
AFRICA
*Fresh Shrimp Salsa*
"This simple salsa makes a great snack. If you have trouble finding palm oil, use vegetable oil and add 1tsp ground turmeric"
INGREDIENTS
2 tbs palm oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 fresh red chilies, seeded and chopped
4 garlic clove, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
10 oz small fresh shrimp, peeled
1/2 cup fresh Cilantro, chopped
juice of 1 lime
salt & pepper, to taste
1. Heat oil in pan and saute onions, chilies and garlic until soft, about 5 minutes
2. Stir in rest of ingredients and saute until shrimp turn pink,
3. Season to taste and serve warm or at room temperature.
*Fried Plantain Salsa*
INGREDIENTS
2 large under-ripe plantains, cubed
vegetable oil for frying
2 tomatoes, diced
1 mango, peeled & diced
4 scallions, diced
For dressing
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tbs cider vinegar
2 tbs vegetable oil
1 tsp hot pepper sauce
salt & pepper, to taste
1. Deep-fry plantain cubes until crisp and golden
2. Whisk together dressing ingredients and season to taste
3. Toss all ingredients together and serve
CARIBBEAN
*Hot Mango Salsa*
INGREDIENTS
1 tbs vegetable oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 fresh Jalapenos, seeded & finely chopped
2 ripe mangos, peeled & diced
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 tbs brown sugar
juice of 2 limes
salt & pepper, to taste
1. Saute onion & jalapeno in veg-oil until soft.
2. Add mango & tomato, cover and cook over low heat for 30 minutes
3. Stir in lime juice & brown sugar and season to taste.
4. Serve hot or cold
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