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Ghost Pepper Salsa

A blistering roasted tomato salsa enhanced with the heat of ghost peppers.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 6 Roma tomatoes
  • 1 ghost pepper stemmed
  • 1/2 onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Roast the tomatoes, onion, garlic, and ghost pepper under the broiler until charred.
  2. Let everything cool slightly, then add to a blender with cilantro, lime, and salt.
  3. Pulse to your preferred chunky or smooth texture.
  4. Taste carefully and add salt as needed.
  5. Chill 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.

Notes

Wear gloves when handling the ghost pepper and wash up well afterward.