Salsa Costena
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"This exciting salsa is bursting with flavor! If costeno chile peppers are not available, try substituting de arbol peppers -- they work just as well! This spicy salsa is great with fish, meat or chicken."
Original recipe yield: 1 cup.
- Prep Time:
- 30 Minutes
- Cook Time:
- 15 Minutes
- Ready In:
- 45 Minutes
- Servings:
- 8
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INGREDIENTS:
- 6 costeno amarillo chile peppers
- 1/2 pound tomatillos, husked
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
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DIRECTIONS:
- In a medium iron skillet over medium high heat, cook the costeno amarillo chile peppers, stirring constantly, until dark brown. Do not allow peppers to burn. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Place tomatillos in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes, remove from heat and drain.
- Place chile peppers, tomatillos and garlic in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Transfer chile pepper mixture to a medium bowl. Mix in onion, cilantro and salt. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.
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