Raisin Salsa Recipes

ROCKIN' SALSA

Steps:

• Combine red onion, white onion, yellow onion, tomatoes, banana peppers, green peppers, tomato paste, white vinegar, garlic powder, salt, cayenne pepper, cumin, brown sugar, and white sugar in a large pot. Simmer until thick, about 3 hours.
• Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the salsa into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.
• Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 to 15 minutes.
• Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Refrigerate after opening.

BARRAMUNDI WITH PECAN-RAISIN SALSA OVER BROCCOLI

Steps:

• Heat oven to 375 degrees. Spread pecans on a baking sheet and toast until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Immediately transfer to a medium bowl and stir in raisins, garlic, lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons oil. Season with salt and set aside.
• Place broccoli in a pot just large enough to hold it and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook until broccoli is falling apart and stalks are very tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid, and return to pot. Stir in remaining 3 tablespoons oil. Gently mash broccoli with a wooden spoon, adding reserved water until creamy. Season with salt and keep warm.
• Reduce oven to 275 degrees. On a lightly oiled baking sheet, season fillets with salt and cook, depending on thickness, about 15 minutes (or until just opaque).
• To serve, divide puree among plates, top with fillets, and garnish with salsa.

RAISIN SALSA

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.
• Cover & refrigerate at least 1 hour for flavors to blend.
• Serve with chips, as a dip or spread onto halved or quartered toasted bread.

RAISIN-CAPER SALSA VERDE

Steps:

• Rehydrate raisins by pouring boiling water over them and leave for 1 hour to rehydrate. Drain the raisins and add to the capers and parsley. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and toss to combine. Serve with grilled lamb.

RAISIN SAUCE

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine brown sugar, mustard, flour, raisins, vinegar and water. Simmer until thickened, about 20 minutes.

TOMATO RAISIN FUSION SALSA

Steps:

• In a small pan over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add onion, garlic, raisins, and chile pepper and saute until fragrant and still crunchy.
• Add tomatoes and mix well. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook approximately 2 minutes. Add the curry powder and grate the ginger directly into the pan. Place a lid on the pan and let gently simmer for approximately 5 additional minutes.
• Add lime juice. Taste and add salt and pepper to your taste.

SEA BASS WITH MOROCCAN SALSA

Steps:

• Char peppers over gas flame or in broiler until blackened on all sides, turning frequently with tongs. Transfer peppers to medium bowl. Cover with foil; let stand 10 minutes. Peel, seed and coarsely chop peppers; return to same bowl.
• Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy small skillet over medium heat. Add cumin and cinnamon; stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour oil mixture over peppers. Mix in olives, next 7 ingredients and 2 tablespoons oil. Season salsa with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature, tossing occasionally.)
• Preheat broiler. Brush fish all over with 2 tablespoons oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil until fish is opaque in center, about 2 1/2 minutes per side. Transfer fish to plates. Spoon salsa over.

APPLE, RAISIN AND MINT SALSA RECIPE

Steps:

• Place raisins in small bowl, cover with boiling water, and leave for 5 minutes to plump. Drain well on paper towels. Peel apples, If desired, re move cores and chop. In medium bowl, toss apples, lemon juice, and onion or green onions together. Reserve a few mint leaves for garnish. Chop remaining mint very finely. Stir into apple mixture with raisins, honey, and stir well. Spoon into serving bowl and garnish with reserved mint leaves.