[CH] Flavors

Jose Cisneros (jcisn@novagate.com)
Wed, 24 Feb 1999 18:41:58 -0500

> On a more serious note.
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> I wish to weigh in on the negative side on the subject of the taste of
> jalapenos.
> The green ones.
> The heat bugs me.
> For some unknown reason they taste hotter than a serrano to me.
> The flavor is grassy and green.
> The ripe jalapeno is much better.
> And the value added jalapeno is the best (Chilpotle)
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> For a salsa cruda, Serranos are good, in general.
> Better than jalapenos.
> I MHO.
> That said, I offer this recipe from www.foodtv.com
> A nice mix of flavors.
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> Black Bean and Green Chile Salad
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> 1/2 pound cooked black beans
> 1 cup roasted poblano peppers, peeled, seeded and diced
> 1 medium red onion, diced
> 1/4 cup cilantro
> 1 tablespoon minced jalapeno
> 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
> 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
> 1 tablespoon chipotle puree
> 2 tablespoons olive oil
> Salt and freshly ground pepper
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> In a large bowl, combine all ingredients well, season with salt and
> pepper.
>
> Joe