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Spicy Watermelon Salsa

Spicy Watermelon Salsa

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place 3 cups watermelon and 1 whole serrano in a blender; blend on the liquefy setting until smooth.
  2. 2 Combine remaining 3 cups watermelon, salsa verde, minced serrano, and taco seasoning in a large bowl until evenly mixed. Pour watermelon-serrano sauce over cubed watermelon mixture; toss to coat. Season with salt.

By FrackFamily5 CACT

Deliciosa Salsa Verde

Deliciosa Salsa Verde

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source. Place tomatillos cut side down on a baking sheet.
  2. 2 Broil in preheated oven until slightly charred, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Transfer tomatillos to a food processor with cilantro, onion, jalapeno pepper, serrano pepper, lime juice, and sugar; pulse until well mixed.

By eileen

Paul's Famous Salsa

Paul's Famous Salsa

4.8

Prep
25 min
Cook
5 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. 2 Combine tomatoes, onions, serrano peppers, and garlic in a large bowl; drizzle with vegetable oil and toss until lightly coated. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
  3. 3 Broil in the preheated oven until vegetables begin to brown, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Transfer vegetables to the bowl of a food processor. Add salt and cumin; pulse a few times until desired chunkiness is reached. Add cilantro and pulse a couple of times to combine. Stir in lime juice.

By Paul Tannos

Bacon and Cheese Fat Bombs

Bacon and Cheese Fat Bombs

4.2

Prep
20 min
Cook
15 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place bacon strips onto the foil in a single layer.
  2. 2 Bake in the preheated oven until browned and crisp, about 15 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
  3. 3 While the bacon is cooking, mix cream cheese, butter, and Cheddar cheese together in a bowl. Add lime zest, lime juice, and garlic. Fold in serrano pepper and refrigerate until chilled and stiff, about 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Divide chilled cream cheese mixture into 6 equal parts and roll into balls.
  5. 5 Chop bacon and mix with cilantro in a bowl. Roll one fat bomb at a time in the bowl until well coated. Serve cold.

By Kisha McDaniel Logsdon

Mango-Tomatillo Guacamole

Mango-Tomatillo Guacamole

4.3

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mash avocados in a bowl with a fork until slightly chunky. Fold tomatillos, mango, onion, serrano chile pepper, cilantro, and mint through the avocado; add lemon juice and gently mix. Season the guacamole with salt.
  2. 2 Lay a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the guacamole so it doesn't discolor and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour.

By Polly

Coconut Cashew Tuna Tartare

Coconut Cashew Tuna Tartare

4.6

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir tuna, 1/2 of the coconut milk, cashews, red onion, serrano pepper, cilantro, ginger, and salt together in a bowl; add lime juice and stir. Drizzle in remaining coconut milk until desired consistency is reached. Transfer tartare to a bowl and sprinkle red pepper flakes over the top.

By John Mitzewich

Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Tomatillo Salsa Verde

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Place tomatillos, onion, serrano, and garlic in a large saucepan; season with cilantro, oregano, salt, and cumin. Add water; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low; simmer until tomatillos are soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Transfer tomatillo mixture to a blender in batches; blend until smooth.
  4. 4 Serve with chips.

By Kimberly Binning

Air Fryer Roasted Salsa Verde

Air Fryer Roasted Salsa Verde

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. 2 Remove husks from tomatillos and rinse; cut tomatillos in half. Place tomatillos and peppers skin side-down into the air fryer basket. Add onion. Lightly spray vegetables with cooking spray to help the roasting process.
  3. 3 Air fry vegetables for 5 minutes. Open basket and add garlic cloves. Spray lightly with cooking spray and air fry for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Allow vegetables to cool for 10 minutes. Transfer to the bowl of a food processor. Add cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Pulse several times until vegetables are finely chopped to your desired consistency. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate to let flavors meld.

By France Cevallos

Crab Ceviche

Crab Ceviche

4.6

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
90 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place crabmeat in a large glass or porcelain bowl; stir in olive oil until well coated. Stir in tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and serranos. Squeeze lime juice over top; mix well. Season generously with salt and black pepper. Cover the bowl; refrigerate before serving, about 1 hour.

By LOUISGUCCI

Toe's Best Salsa

Toe's Best Salsa

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place onion in a large bowl and set aside. Combine tomato sauce, jalapeño peppers, serrano pepper, garlic, lime juice, salt, and black pepper in a blender. Blend well. Place cilantro in the blender, and pulse several times to chop. Do not over-blend.
  2. 2 Pour the tomato sauce mixture into the bowl with onion and stir well to combine. Refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors before serving.

By toenacious

Ceviche Self-Portrait

Ceviche Self-Portrait

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Dice shrimp and place in a mixing bowl. Squeeze lime juice over shrimp until they are completely covered, about 4 limes. Stir in the tomatoes, onion, cucumber, serrano peppers, and salt and pepper. Cover, and refrigerate 1 hour.
  2. 2 When ready to serve, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve on top of tostada shells with a splash of hot sauce, if desired.

By big surprise

Julia's New Mexican Guacamole

Julia's New Mexican Guacamole

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
50 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pit and spoon avocados into a small bowl and add cream cheese. Mash together until well blended.
  2. 2 Add tomatoes and peppers to the mixture and mix well. Mix in lime juice, garlic powder, hot sauce, and salt. Chill for at least 20 minutes before serving.

By juliagulia210

Fresh Restaurant-Style Salsa

Fresh Restaurant-Style Salsa

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine canned and fresh Roma tomatoes, onion, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor; pulse 5 times to chop. Add cilantro, serrano and jalapeño peppers, lime juice, salt, and cumin; process for 10 seconds. Pulse further until desired consistency is reached.

By Nicole McLaughlin

Spicy Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

Spicy Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler to high. Spray a baking sheet with fat-free cooking spray.
  2. 2 Cut tomatillos in half and place cut-side-down on the prepared baking sheet with serrano pepper, jalapeno pepper, onion, and garlic.
  3. 3 Broil in the preheated oven until charred, about 20 minutes, turning peppers halfway through cooking time.
  4. 4 Remove vegetables from the oven and let cool completely, about 15 minutes. Remove stems from peppers and peel garlic.
  5. 5 Combine tomatillos, serrano pepper, jalapeno pepper, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a food processor and pulse to desired consistency. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.

By Bites of Flavor

Vegan Hearts of Palm Ceviche

Vegan Hearts of Palm Ceviche

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place hearts of palm slices in a glass bowl. Add tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and serrano peppers.
  2. 2 Measure 3/4 cup hearts of palm juice into a bowl; discard remaining juice. Mix vinegar and olive oil into the bowl. Pour over hearts of palm mixture. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper. Garnish with olives and avocado slices.

By alinae

Spicy Green Tomato Salsa

Spicy Green Tomato Salsa

4.5

Prep
30 min
Cook
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Combine green tomatoes, onions, jalapeño peppers, serrano peppers, and red bell pepper in a large bowl.
  3. 3 Mix cilantro, sugar, garlic, oregano, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl.
  4. 4 Fill a blender with about 2 cups tomato mixture, 1 teaspoon lime juice, and 1/4 of the spice mixture; blend to desired consistency and pour into a large bowl.
  5. 5 Repeat blending with remaining tomato mixture, lime juice, and spice mixture, working in batches, until all ingredients are blended. Stir vinegar into salsa.
  6. 6 Portion salsa into bags and store in the freezer or refrigerator.

By Tammy Huguenin

Mango Corn Salsa

Mango Corn Salsa

4.9

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine 1 tomato, ½ bunch chopped cilantro, serranos (including seeds), and onion in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until smooth. Add rice wine vinegar and oil; pulse until smooth.
  2. 2 Combine mango, remaining 1 tomato, remaining ½ bunch chopped cilantro, bell pepper, corn, sugar, and cumin in a medium bowl; stir in serrano mixture; season with salt and black pepper. Chill before serving for 1 hour.

By FrackFamily5 CACT

Cinco de Mayo Salsa Cruda

Cinco de Mayo Salsa Cruda

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place tomatoes in a strainer; drain for 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Combine tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, garlic, and serrano in a large bowl; pour lime juice over top. Stir in cilantro, mint, 1 teaspoon salt, oregano, cayenne pepper, and sugar.
  3. 3 Refrigerate for 1 hour. Season with salt before serving.

By John Mitzewich

Drunken Roasted Salsa

Drunken Roasted Salsa

4.7

Prep
25 min
Cook
5 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to broil. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. 2 Halve the green bell pepper, red bell pepper, jalapeno peppers, and serrano peppers lengthwise and discard stems and seeds. Place on baking sheet and brush the peppers with olive oil. Roast peppers under the broiler until the skin blackens and blisters, 3 to 5 minutes. Place peppers in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap; allow the peppers to steam until the skins loosen, about 10 minutes. Peel skin off the peppers and discard.
  3. 3 Combine the green bell pepper, red bell pepper, jalapenos, serrano, onion, tomato, garlic, cilantro, diced tomato with juice, lime juice, salt, black pepper, and beer in a blender. Blend to desired consistency. Transfer to a bowl and allow to cool in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

By Christiana

Seafood Medley Ceviche

Seafood Medley Ceviche

Prep
40 min
Cook
Total
120 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine scallops, shrimp, tilapia, lemon juice, lime juice, orange juice, and serrano pepper in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour, stirring every so often.
  2. 2 Combine avocado, tomato, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and garlic in a medium bowl.
  3. 3 Whisk tomato and clam juice, vinegar, salt, lemon-pepper seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and white pepper together in a small bowl. Pour over avocado mixture and stir to combine.
  4. 4 Drain some of the citrus juices off the seafood mixture. Add avocado-tomato juice mixture and stir to combine. Refrigerate for 20 more minutes before serving.

By Shyla Lane

How to Make Homemade Sriracha Sauce

How to Make Homemade Sriracha Sauce

4.7

Prep
30 min
Cook
5 min
Total
4355 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place jalapeño and serrano peppers into a blender with water, garlic, brown sugar, and salt. Pulse several times, them blend until smooth.
  2. 2 Transfer puree into a large glass jar or pitcher. Cover container with plastic wrap and place into a cool dark location for 3 to 5 days, stirring and scraping down the sides once a day. The mixture will begin to bubble and ferment. Rewrap after every stirring and return to a cool, dark place until the mixture is bubbly.
  3. 3 Pour fermented mixture back into the blender; add vinegar and blend until smooth. Strain mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a saucepan, pushing as much of the pulp as possible through the strainer into the sauce. Discard remaining pulp, seeds, and skin left in the strainer.
  4. 4 Transfer sauce into a small saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often, until reduced to your desired thickness, about 5 to 10 minutes.
  5. 5 Let sauce cool to room temperature. The sauce will thicken a little when cooled. Transfer sauce to jars or bottles and store in the refrigerator.
  6. 6 Enjoy!

By John Mitzewich

Asian Steak Stir-Fry Salad

Asian Steak Stir-Fry Salad

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
750 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk together the peanut oil, soy sauce, and pepper in a bowl; pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add the steak, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.
  2. 2 Cook and stir the steak and the marinade in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the bell pepper, onion, green onion, ginger, and serrano pepper. Cook until the steak is evenly brown. Serve over a bed of spinach with the balsamic vinaigrette.

By Steve Wortham

Thai-Inspired Ginger Chicken

Thai-Inspired Ginger Chicken

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
15 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cook oil, garlic, and serrano pepper in a wok over medium heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add chicken; cook and stir until cooked through and no longer pink, about 7 minutes; add water if it becomes too dry.
  2. 2 Add soy, oyster, and fish sauces. Add mushrooms and cook for 4 minutes. Put ginger in the wok and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more.

By Alex

Green Bean Curry

Green Bean Curry

4.8

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion, curry leaves, serrano peppers, and garlic in hot oil until onion is golden brown. Stir in curry powder, fenugreek seeds, turmeric, and salt; cook for 3 minutes more.
  2. 2 Stir in green beans until evenly coated. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until beans are tender-crisp. Pour in coconut milk and simmer for at least 5 minutes more. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice just before serving.

By AlliePeacock

Vegan Udon Noodles Soup with Tofu and Vegetables

Vegan Udon Noodles Soup with Tofu and Vegetables

5.0

Prep
10 min
Cook
40 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Wrap tofu in paper towels; set on a plate. Place heavy books on top to dry tofu, 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Cut pressed tofu into 1-inch cubes; place on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes; flip and bake until crispy, about 10 minutes more.
  5. 5 Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook udon in boiling water, according to package directions, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender yet firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain.
  6. 6 Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add serrano and ginger; cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add vegetable broth, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, bok choy, green onions, sesame oil, soy sauce, and baked tofu. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add cooked udon noodles; simmer 5 minutes more.

By Seema Jain

Fabulous Five Spice Chicken

Fabulous Five Spice Chicken

4.2

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Total
95 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a blender or food processor, blend the soy sauce, oil, sherry, shallots, garlic, ginger, Chinese five-spice powder, serrano pepper, brown sugar, anise, and salt until smooth. Place the chicken in a large bowl. Pour the blended mixture over the chicken, cover, and marinate at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  2. 2 Preheat grill for high heat.
  3. 3 Lightly oil the grill grate. Discard marinade. Place chicken on the grill, and cook 10 minutes on each side, or until juices run clear.

By Nikki2312

Grilled Volcano Pork

Grilled Volcano Pork

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
500 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Slice the pork loin across into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Place into a large plastic zip-top bag.
  2. 2 Add lemongrass, ginger, Fresno chiles, serrano chile, shallot, garlic, turmeric, pepper, cumin, cayenne, brown sugar, lime juice, soy sauce, fish sauce, and oil to a blender or food processor, and blend on high until smooth.
  3. 3 Pour marinade into the bag of pork and massage thoroughly and toss until it's evenly coated. Seal the bag, squeezing out excess air as you do.
  4. 4 Transfer to the refrigerate and marinate overnight, or up to 24 hours.
  5. 5 Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat. Remove pork from bag, wiping off most of the excess marinade.
  6. 6 Cook on the preheated grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), 3 to 4 minutes per side.

By John Mitzewich