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title: Salsa Roja de Sartén (Skillet-Charred Red Table Salsa)
servings: 6
prep time: 5 minutes
cook time: 10 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/salsa-roja-de-sarten
---

Gather @tomato{500%g}, @jalapeño{2} and @fresh cilantro{0.25%bunch}.

Set a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tomatoes, unpeeled @garlic{3%clove}, @onion{0.5} and jalapeños.

Char everything, turning occasionally, until blackened in spots on all sides, about 10 minutes; the tomatoes and jalapeños will soften and the garlic will feel tender through the skin. ~{10%minutes}

Let everything cool enough to handle, then peel the garlic and stem the jalapeños, keeping the seeds in for more heat if you like.

Blend the charred vegetables with the @lime{1} juice, cilantro and a splash of water to your preferred texture — chunky or smooth.

Season with @salt{} and taste; add more lime or a splash of water if it's too thick.

Serve warm or chilled, alongside chips, tacos or eggs.