[CH] salsa recipes

Christopher E. Eaves (cea260@airmail.net)
Tue, 29 Jun 1999 12:49:33 -0500

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                             A CLASSIC SALSA

Recipe By     : The Sizzling Southwestern Cookbook by Lynn Nusom
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
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  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      large         slightly firm avocado -- diced
   1      large         firm tomato -- diced
   1                    jalapeno -- diced
     1/2                medium-size white onion -- diced
   1      Pinch         salt
   1      tablespoon    lemon juice
   1      teaspoon      cilantro

Mix all the ingredients together and serve at once. Plan ahead to use it
all, as this salsa will not keep.

Yield: Approx. 1 cup

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Great accompaniment for grilled red snapper or chicken
tacos.

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                              APRICOT SALSA

Recipe By     : The Sizzling Southwestern Cookbook by Lynn Nusom
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
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  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      cup           fresh apricots -- diced
     1/2  medium        pineapple -- peeled and diced
     1/4  medium        white onion -- diced
   1      large         avocado -- peel, pit & dice
   1      medium        red bell pepper -- diced
   2      tablespoons   fresh lime juice
   1      tablespoon    chopped fresh cilantro
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
     1/2  teaspoon      freshly ground black pepper

Combine all the ingredients, toss lightly, and refrigerate for 30 minutes
before serving.

Yield: Approx. 3 cups

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: This makes a splendid accompaniment to roast pork or
lamb.

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                             CHRISTMAS SALSA

Recipe By     : The Sizzling Southwestern Cookbook by Lynn Nusom
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
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  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      medium        navel oranges -- whole
   1      pound         whole cranberries -- washed well
   2                    jalapenos -- chopped
     1/4  cup           chopped dried apricots
   1      tablespoon    fresh cilantro
     1/2  teaspoon      ground cinnamon
     1/4  teaspoon      ground allspice
     1/4  teaspoon      ground ginger

Place the oranges, skin and all, in a food processor fitted with a steel
blade and chop very fine. Then add the cranberries, jalapenos, apricots, and
the spices and process again. Do not over chop as you want to retain the
integrity of the cranberries, apricot, and jalapeno.

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Yield: Approx. 4 cups

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: This is marvelous with roast turkey, and I often use it
on an English muffin as a substitute for marmalade.

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                           CUCUMBER MANG0 SALSA

Recipe By     : The Sizzling Southwestern Cookbook by Lynn Nusom
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
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  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      cups          fresh mango -- chopped
   1      cup           cucumber -- diced & seeded
   1 1/2  medium        white onions -- chopped
   3      tablespoons   fresh lime juice
   1      tablespoon    chopped fresh cilantro
     1/2  teaspoon      crushed pequin chile

Mix all the ingredients together and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before
serving.

Yield: Approx. 1 1/2 cups

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: This fresh-tasting salsa goes well with broiled or
grilled fish such as red snapper.

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                              EGGPLANT SALSA

Recipe By     : The Sizzling Southwestern Cookbook by Lynn Nusom
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
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  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      medium        eggplant
   1      tablespoon    water
   1      clove         garlic -- minced
   2      tablespoons   balsamic vinegar
   1      tablespoon    fresh lemon juice
     1/4  cup           freshly grated Parmesan cheese
   1      tablespoon    chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
     1/2  teaspoon      crushed pequin chile

Cut the stem off the eggplant, cut in half, then place cut side down on a
microwave-safe plate with 1 tablespoon water. Cover with plastic wrap and
microwave on HIGH for 5 minutes or until tender.

Let cool, then peel and dice the eggplant. Place in a bowl with the rest of
the ingredients, mix well, and refrigerate for I hour before serving.

Note: If you do not have a microwave, you can prick several holes in the
eggplant with the tines of a fork and bake in a 350-degree oven for 30
minutes. Let cool, then peel and chop.

Yield: Approx. 2 cups

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with blue corn tortilla chips or crackers. Or use
as a side dish for baked rack of lamb, or serve with hummus, falafel, and
tabbouleh for a vegetarian buffet.

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                            GREEN TOMATO SALSA

Recipe By     : The Sizzling Southwestern Cookbook by Lynn Nusom
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
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  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      medium        onion -- diced
   2      cloves        garlic -- minced
   8      medium        green tomatoes -- diced
   2      medium        ripe tomatoes -- diced
   2                    jalapenos -- chopped
   1      tablespoon    chopped fresh cilantro
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
   4      dashes        Tabasco sauce
                        Juice of 1 lime
                        Juice of 1 lemon

Mix all the ingredients together and refrigerate until ready to use.

Yield: Approx. 2 cups

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve as a dip with blue corn tortilla chips, or try
spooning a little on top of hot vegetarian lasagna.

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                              JALAPENO SALSA

Recipe By     : The Sizzling Southwestern Cookbook by Lynn Nusom
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
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  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  12                    jalapeno peppers -- diced
   3      large         green bell peppers -- diced
   1      can           whole peeled tomatoes (15 oz.) -- chop w/ liquid
   2      medium        onions -- diced
   2      cloves        garlic -- minced
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
     1/2  teaspoon      freshly ground black pepper
   1      teaspoon      ground cumin
     1/2  teaspoon      ground ginger
     1/2  teaspoon      grated Mexican chocolate

Mix all the ingredients together and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Yield: Approx. 3 cups



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Serving Ideas : Serve as a party dip with crudites or broiled chicken.


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                               MANGO SALSA

Recipe By     : The Sizzling Southwestern Cookbook by Lynn Nusom
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
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  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      cups          fresh mango -- chopped
   2      cloves        garlic -- minced
   1                    jalapenos -- finely chopped
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
     1/2  teaspoon      ground white pepper
     1/4  cup           fresh lime juice

Mix all the ingredients together and refrigerate until ready to use.

Yield: Approx. 2 1/2 cups

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Serve with grilled tuna or sliced roast pork or blue
corn chips.

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Christopher E. Eaves
Fort Worth, Texas