Typically, salsa is served cold, but it doesn’t have to be. Warm salsa can definitely hit the spot, especially as the weather begins cooling down again. To make warm salsa, simply serve your sauteed or pureed ingredients immediately after you finish the dish, or warm gently on the stove to reheat.
This salsa is perfect for making any time of year, as it utilizes canned tomatoes. But you can bet I’ll be making it with fresh tomatoes from the garden come August. It’s mild and comforting, and tastes way better than jars of salsa from the grocery store shelf. Just be sure to serve it warm, eat it warm. Heck, try warming up any of your own favorite salsas, too. I hope you find it as much of a revelation as I did.
Even though I’m craving the brightness of fresh salads and striving to get my meals and sweet tooth back in shape after the holidays, it’s the warm and comforting eats that I can’t stay away from. It’s been COLD here in the Midwest! This Warm Mexico Salsa, a lovely reminder of our recent family vacation to sunny Mexico, has helped to ease some of our below zero pain…
I think I can speak for the majority of the country when I say I’m done with this winter already. It’s been a brutal week of extremely low temperatures and dangerous wind chills across the United States. Here in Minnesota, our family woke up to this on Monday morning:
The salsa itself was extremely mild, which I was not expecting. I thought there would be heat and hot peppers and some kaboom! But I get it…I’m sure it’s much more acceptable to all the North American travelers the resort caters to.
In an attempt to thaw more than my toes by the fireplace, I keep opening up a folder on my computer, brimming with warmth for my soul…
Tomato, Chipotle and Lime
Sauté 1 chopped onion and garlic in 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat until onion softens. Add 1 pound chopped tomatoes, 1 chipotle, 2 teaspoons honey, salt and pepper. Simmer until thick, about 20 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons cilantro and 2 tablespoons lime juice. Cool; purée.
Substitute mango for the tomatoes, and one small habanero (or a little sliver of one) for the chipotle.
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FAQ
Is it okay to heat up salsa?
Does salsa need to be cold?
How is salsa supposed to be eaten?
Is salsa OK at room temperature?
Can you serve salsa cold?
Serve it cold. You can also serve at room temperature though cold salsa tastes better. Can I Warm Salsa Before Serving? Raw salsa does not need to be warmed. You can warm up cooked salsa and serve it immediately. If you are catering to a large hungry group then you could serve the salsa in the container.
Does raw salsa need to be warmed?
Raw salsa does not need to be warmed. You can warm up cooked salsa and serve it immediately. If you are catering to a large hungry group then you could serve the salsa in the container. If the salsa is a dip for a smaller group then transfer a few tablespoons into a bowl instead of serving straight from the container.
Can you eat salsa at room temperature?
Many people who eat salsa prefer it at either room temperature or slightly warm. This helps to bring out the flavor of the tomatoes. Cold salsa is also delicious and is a great way to cool down with a healthy snack in summer. This article will explore how to serve salsa and 2 ways you can heat it up to bring out the best of the flavor.
Can you cook salsa in a crock pot?
When ready to serve, place in a microwave-safe bowl and heat gently, stirring regularly, until warm. Or serve salsa in a small crock to keep warm. Serve salsa warm with tortilla chips. “Warm” salsa inspired by meals at El Patio, at Dreams Puerto Aventuras in Mexico. Nutrition information is automatically calculated by Nutritionix.