Three Chile Salsa

Name: Three Chile Salsa
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 guajillo chiles, stemmed, seeded, and torn into pieces; 4 cascabel chiles, stemmed, seeded, and torn into pieces; 3 dried arbol chiles, stemmed, seeded, and torn into pieces; 3 large garlic cloves; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

7 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 guajillo chiles, stemmed, seeded, and torn into pieces
4 cascabel chiles, stemmed, seeded, and torn into pieces
3 dried arbol chiles, stemmed, seeded, and torn into pieces
3 large garlic cloves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1

Heat the oil in a large heavy pan over medium-high heat.
2

Add all three kinds of chiles and saute for 3 minutes, or until fragrant.
3

Transfer the chiles to a medium bowl and add water to cover.
4

Let stand for 30 minutes, or until the chiles are soft.
5

Drain the chiles (discard the soaking liquid) and transfer them to a blender.
6

Add the garlic, cilantro, and 1/2 cup water, and blend until the salsa is smooth.
7

Season to taste with salt and pepper.
8

Cool to room temperature, and serve.