Salsa Picante

This chile pepper gets its name from its origin. In Spanish, serrano is an adjective meaning “from the mountains” which is where it originated-in the mountains of Hildalgo, Mexico. The serrano is normally about twice as hot as Jalapeno (about 10,000 to 15,000 Scoville units). It is the second most popular chile pepper in Mexico. This chile is used mostly for salsas but can also be used in soups, sauces, chili or stews. Try these as a hotter substitute for Jalapeno.

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Ingredients:

1 (14 oz) can of tomatoes with juice (or 4 fresh)
1/4 onion, coarsely chopped
2 green onions, coarsely chopped
1 large clove garlic, chopped
2 Tbsp tomato puree (optional)
3 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
2 serrano peppers, chopped
Juice from 1/2 lime
Pinch of sugar
Pinch of salt

Instructions:

Pulse all ingredients in a food processor to the desired consistency.

Makes about 3 cups.

From Lean Star Cuisine