Basic Mexican Salsa

Name: Basic Mexican Salsa
Ingredients: 3 medium ripe tomatoes, seeded; 1/2 medium onion; 2 to 4 serrano or jalapeno chilies, seeded and minced (for a spicier salsa leave the seeds in); 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, or more to taste; 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt (kosher or sea), or more to taste

7 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

3 medium ripe tomatoes, seeded
1/2 medium onion
2 to 4 serrano or jalapeno chilies, seeded and minced (for a spicier salsa leave the seeds in)
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, or more to taste
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt (kosher or sea), or more to taste

Directions

1

Cut the tomatoes and onion into the finest dice you have patience for.
2

Transfer the tomatoes and onion to a bowl.
3

Add the chilies, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and salt the tomato mixture and gently stir to mix.
4

Correct the seasoning, adding salt or lime juice; the salsa should be highly seasoned.
5

The virtue of this salsa lies in its freshness.
6

Serve it within 1 to 2 hours of making.