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Rustic bowl of Salsa Ranchera made with roasted tomatoes, jalapeños, garlic, and onion, served on a wooden table with fresh ingredients.

Salsa Ranchera

Joe- The Half Jalapeño
A classic roasted tomato salsa simmered into a warm sauce that’s perfect for huevos rancheros, tacos, beans, and grilled meats.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salsa / Sauce
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8
Calories 25 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Roma tomatoes
  • 1 –2 jalapeños or serrano chiles
  • ¼ white onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup water or broth optional

Instructions
 

  • Roast tomatoes, chiles, onion, and garlic until blistered.
  • Transfer vegetables to a blender with salt.
  • Blend until smooth or slightly chunky.
  • Heat oil in skillet and pour in salsa.
  • Simmer 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning.

Notes

For a smokier salsa, roast the vegetables on a comal or cast iron skillet until the skins blister and char slightly.
You can control the heat by adjusting the number and type of chiles used.
Keyword Salsa Ranchera