Pan Roasted Corn Salsa Recipes

ROASTED TOMATO AND CORN SALSA

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
• Add the tomatoes, corn, poblano, onions and garlic cloves to the prepared baking sheet. Toss with the canola oil and sprinkle with salt. Roast for 15 minutes. Remove the garlic, flip the poblano and corn over and continue roasting for another 15 minutes, until charred and the tomatoes have softened and begun to split. Let cool for at least 20 minutes.
• Peel the garlic. Remove the skin and stem from the poblano (remove the seeds, too, for a milder salsa).
• Add the roasted tomatoes, poblano, onions and garlic to a food processor, along with the cilantro, jalapeno, coriander, cumin, 2 tablespoons lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Process until the mixture is evenly combined but still has some texture (similar to crushed canned tomatoes). Remove to a bowl.
• Cut the corn kernels from the cobs and stir into the salsa. Adjust the seasoning with salt and lime juice.
• Serve at room temperature, or refrigerate until ready to serve (see Cook's Note). Garnish with cilantro leaves and serve with tortilla chips.

ALMOST-FAMOUS CORN SALSA

Steps:

• Preheat a grill to medium high. Brush the poblano with 1 teaspoon olive oil and grill, skin-side down, until charred but still firm, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly; peel and finely chop.
• If using fresh corn, bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add the corn and cook until tender, 2 to 3 minutes; drain.
• Mix the corn (if using frozen, add it here), poblano, jalapeno, cilantro and red onion in a bowl. Stir in the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, the lime juice, sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

PAN-ROASTED CORN SALSA

Steps:

• Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in heavy large skillet over high heat.
• Add corn kernels and saute until light brown, about 5 minutes.
• Transfer sauteed corn to large bowl; cool.
• Add remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, tomato and remaining ingredients to corn in bowl.
• Toss to combine.
• Season salsa to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; refrigerate).

PAN-ROASTED CORN SALSA

Steps:

• Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add corn kernels and saute until light brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer sauteed corn to large bowl; cool. Add remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, tomato, and remaining ingredients to corn in bowl. toss to combine. Season salsa to taste with salt and pepper.(Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover, refrigerate.

ROASTED-CORN SALSA

Steps:

• Using a sharp knife, cut the corn kernels from the cobs. Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until almost smoking. Add one layer of kernels and dry roast, tossing continuously, until the corn is smoky and dark, about 5 minutes. Put the corn in a large bowl; repeat until all the corn is cooked.
• Heat the olive oil in a saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and saute until tender, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add the mushrooms to the corn, then the remaining ingredients. Mix well. Season to taste with additional salt. Serve at room temperature. Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 days.

FIRE-ROASTED CORN SALSA

Steps:

• Combine tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and cumin in a large bowl.
• Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
• Coat corn and jalapeno peppers with olive oil.
• Place corn and jalapenos on the preheated grill and cook, turning every 3 minutes, until corn is charred, about 15 minutes total. Transfer to a cutting board and let cool 5 minutes.
• Dice jalapenos and cut corn kernels from the cob. Add jalapenos and corn kernels to the bowl of tomato-onion mixture; stir until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.

ROASTED CORN SALSA

Steps:

• Inspect corn on the cob and remove a few outer leaves and as much silk as possible without completely removing husk. Wash and place on baking sheet, partially covered with aluminum foil, and bake on the middle rack in a preheated 375º F oven for 45 to 55 minutes.
• Once corn is roasted, remove baking sheet and allow corn to cool. Peel ears, removing all silk. If desired, place ears over an open flame (grill or gas stove), turn often, until somewhat colored. Cool completely and cut kernels from ear. Corn should measure at least 2 ½ cups.
• Combine corn with chopped onion, tomato, jalapeño pepper, and cilantro. Add olive oil and mix well. Add lime juice and cumin to taste; then stir in salt and ground pepper. Cover and chill, allowing flavor to blend for about 15 minutes, or more. This recipe may be made in advance but is best served the same day.
• Each serving provides: An excellent source of vitamin C and fiber, and a good source of vitamin A.
• Credit: Recipe was developed for Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH) by Chef Carmen I. Jones, CCP. This recipe meets PBH and Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) nutrition standards that maintain fruits and vegetables as healthy foods.
• Nutritional Information per Serving.
• Calories: 204.
• Carbohydrates: 31g.
• Total Fat: 6.6g.
• Cholesterol: 0mg.
• Saturated Fat: 1.5g.
• Dietary Fiber: 8g.
• % of Calories from Fat: 29%.
• Sodium: 88mg.
• Protein: 6g.

TOASTED CORN SALSA

Steps:

• Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons of the oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Following the photo, add the corn and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes.
• Transfer the corn to a large bowl and stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, bell pepper, jalapeño, scallion, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Cover and refrigerate until the flavors have blended, about 1 hour. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

ROASTED CORN SALSA

Steps:

• Heat a grill or broiler to medium hot. Brush corn with melted butter, and place on grill or under broiler, turning often, until about half the kernels are brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove corn from heat, and let cool. Using a sharp knife, cut kernels from cobs.
• Combine corn kernels, tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, garlic, and cilantro in a medium bowl. Season to taste with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Serve.

ROASTED CORN AND SMOKY TOMATO SALSA

Steps:

• Prepare a medium-heat fire (375°F) in a wood-fired oven or cooker.
• In a small bowl, toss the corn kernels in 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper, then spread the kernels on the pan.
• In a second small bowl, toss the tomatoes in 1 tablespoon of olive oil to coat, then lightly salt. Line a second sheet pan with parchment paper, then place the tomatoes cut-side down on the pan.
• Rehydrate the chile by placing it in a bowl with warm water for 30 minutes, making sure it is fully submerged. Slice the garlic cloves into thin slivers.
• Place both sheet pans in the oven and roast for 10 to 12 minutes, until the corn is golden. Remove the corn, and continue roasting the tomatoes for 10 more minutes, until they are shriveled and soft. Remove the tomatoes and set aside.
• Transfer the roasted corn, tomatoes, and any juices to a bowl. Using a small knife, remove the stem from the chile, then slice it lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Finely chop the chile, then add it to the corn and tomatoes along with the garlic and pimentón. Mix until well combined. Add the lime zest and juice, olive oil, and salt to taste.
• Set aside for 20 to 30 minutes before serving, to allow flavors to blend. Use now, or cover and refrigerate for up to 1 week. Serve at room temperature.