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Mama Davila's Salsa Picante


lamb barbacoa tacos with salsa picante
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This is the table sauce that's commonly served at any and every meal throughout Texas, whether you are of Hispanic origin or not. Serve it with fresh tortilla chips, over tacos or eggs, or with other savory dishes and meats such as Texas Style Lamb Barbacoa.

Course:
Sauces and Condiments
Cuisine:
Mexican
difficulty scale

Makes:

2 cups
Servings: 16 2-tablespoon servings

Takes:

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Equipment

  • Food processor

Ingredients

  • 2 whole fresh tomatoes
  • 1 medium white onion
  • 3 serrano peppers
  • 16 ounce can of whole tomatoes
  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
  • Pinch granulated garlic
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Method

  • Prep. Roughly chop the tomatoes and onion. Stem, seed, and chop the peppers.
  • Combine the fresh tomatoes, canned tomatoes, peppers, and onion in a food processor or blender. Pulse quickly to blend all the ingredients, making sure not to whip or add air.
  • Stir in the cilantro and granulated garlic, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.