There are several types of Mexican salsa. Here are two popular varieties:
1 ripe tomato
1/2 medium onion
1 jalapeņo pepper (use serrano pepper for spicier taste)
A few sprigs of cilantro
salt
black pepper
ground cumin (optional)
Preparation:
Slice the pepper in half to remove the seeds, and chop all the ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy with tortilla chips or as a garnish for steak or other dishes. A pinch of ground cumin may be added for a different taste.
Ingredients:8 ripe tomatillos (little green tomatos enclosed in a paper-like husk)
1/2 medium onion
3 cloves of garlic
2 jalapeņo peppers (use serrano peppers for spicier taste)
A few sprigs of cilantro
1 ripe avocado
salt
black pepper
Preparation:
Puree the tomatillos, onion, pepper, and garlic in a blender or food processor. Chop by hand the cilantro, and cut the avocado into small cubes. Combine all ingredients in a serving bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.