Salsa Cruda Fresh (uncooked), Basic Salsa

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Ingredients

  • MAKES ABOUT 1 1/2 CUPS
  • 1 medium-size tomato (about 6 ounces)
  • 1/2 medium-size onion
  • 6 sprigs, fresh cilantro
  • 3 fresh green chiles (such as Serrano chiles)
  • 1/2 teaspoon, salt
  • 1-2 cloves, garlic (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons, tomato paste (optional)
  • squeeze of lime juice (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Chop all ingredients into fine pieces (no need to skin the tomato; leave the seeds and veins in the chiles, if desired for more heat).

Mix together the ingredients, adding the salt, and up to 1/3 cup of cold water, if tomatoes are not juicy and more moisture is desired. Serve soon, as flavor diminishes on standing.