Easy Chile Salsa Food

ROASTED CHILE SALSA

Steps:

• Roast the poblano chiles one-by-one over the flame of your stovetop, using metal tongs to hold them, until the skin is totally charred. (If you don't have a gas stove, you can use an outdoor grill OR place them on a baking sheet directly under your oven's broiler.) When the skin is totally blackened, place the chiles in a large resealable plastic bag and seal the bag to allow the chiles to sweat for a good 20 minutes. Remove the chiles and use a knife to scrape off most of the blackened skin. Slice the chiles in half lengthwise, and scrape out the seeds and membranes.
• Divide the ingredients into 3 batches so they will fit into a 12-cup processor
• Combine whole tomatoes, roast chiles, cilantro, onions, garlic, jalapeno, cumin, salt, sugar and lime juice in a blender or food processor.
• Pulse until you get the salsa to the consistency you'd like. I do about 10 to 15 pulses. Test seasonings with a tortilla chip and adjust as needed.
• Refrigerate the salsa for at least an hour before serving.

EASY AND QUICK GROUND BEEF AND SALSA CHILI

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, cook the ground beef with onion, garlic, jalapeno and green pepper (if using) .
• Stir in tomato juice, salsa, beans, undrained tomatoes, tomato soup and chili seasoning mix; mix well to combine and bring to a boil.
• Simmer, covered for about 40-45 minutes (can cook longer if desired).
• Serve in bowls and top with grated cheese and onions.

CHILI'S SALSA

Steps:

• In food processor place jalapenos and onions.
• Process for just a few seconds.
• Add both cans of tomatoes, salt, sugar, and cumin.
• Process all ingredients until well blended but do not puree.
• Place in covered container and chill.
• A couple of hours of chilling will help blend and enrich the flavor.
• Serve with your favorite thin corn tortilla chips.

CHILEAN SALSA

Steps:

• In a mortar, crush the garlic, chile peppers, and salt and make a paste, using a circular motion with the pestle.
• Transfer mixture to a serving bowl.
• Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine.
• Will keep in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.