Randys Salsa Recipes

THE BEST CANNING SALSA

Steps:

• Combine tomatoes, onions, vinegar, tomato paste, green bell peppers, red bell peppers, banana peppers, sugar, garlic, pickling salt, and black pepper in a large stockpot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 30 minutes. Mix cilantro into salsa.
• Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack salsa into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or 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 and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 35 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). Store in a cool, dark area.

RANDY'S SALSA

Steps:

• Put vinegar into a blender with the two whole roma tomatoes: skin, seeds, and all (1 cup's worth of tomatoes approximately - with vinegar should come out to approximately 1.5 cups). Blend until it's liquefied.
• Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

LORI'S SALSA RANCHERA

Steps:

• In a skillet, cook the bacon until done but soft, not crisp. Add the tomatoes, peppers, onions, garlic, cumin, salt and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer, cover and cook for 10 minutes.
• Remove from the heat and serve hot over your morning eggs (huevos rancheros), tamales, beans (frijoles) or potatoes (papas). Serve cold with tortilla chips.

GRANDMA SKERSTON'S SECRET SALSA

Steps:

• Process serrano peppers, green onions, and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped. Add roma tomatoes and cilantro; pulse until desired consistency is reached. Transfer tomato mixture to a large bowl.
• Stir crushed tomatoes into tomato mixture. Add sugar and lemon pepper to salsa and stir to combine.

RANDY'S CHUNKY SALSA

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients thouroughly. Cover and refrigerate for 2 or more hours. Serve as a salsa dip or as a condiment for mexican dishes.
• You can substitute any peppers, per taste or depending on what is in season. You can also adjust the heat per taste, using more or less of the hot peppers.

RANDY RED SALSA DIP

Steps:

• Mix the tomatoes and onion, blending well.
• Add all the other ingredients, blending well.
• Let stand for 1 hour before serving for the flavors to meld.
• May be served at room temperature or chilled.
• SUGGESTED DIPPERS: Potato skins, Thick Green Bell Pepper Wedges,
• Oysters, Mushroom Caps