Salsa Making Success: Salad Chopper vs. Core & More & Sankoku Knife

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Discussion Overview

The thread explores various experiences and opinions regarding the use of the Salad Chopper and the Core & More & Sankoku Knife in making pineapple salsa. Participants share their personal preferences, cooking methods, and reactions to the salsa recipe.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal, Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, successfully used the Salad Chopper for making salsa, noting it worked perfectly with the order of ingredients.
  • Another participant shares their enjoyment of pineapple salsa but expresses uncertainty about its appeal to a broader audience.
  • Several users mention their experiences with the salsa, including varying opinions on its flavor and the impact of onion on the taste.
  • One participant notes that they enjoyed the salsa but found it lacked kick due to removing jalapeno seeds.
  • Another participant describes a positive experience with the salsa, highlighting its popularity at an open house event.
  • One participant expresses strong dislike for the salsa, finding it unpalatable on multiple occasions.
  • Several participants discuss the strong flavor of red onion, with some suggesting alternatives or modifications for future attempts.
  • One participant mentions a positive experience with the Salad Chopper, despite not enjoying the salsa itself.
  • Another participant shares that rinsing onions after chopping may help mellow their flavor.
  • One participant initially had doubts about the salsa but ended up loving it after trying it.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ significantly regarding the flavor and appeal of the salsa, with no clear consensus emerging on its overall reception.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal cooking experiences and preferences, focusing on the tools used and the specific ingredients in the salsa recipe.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in varying methods of making pineapple salsa and those exploring the use of different kitchen tools may find the shared experiences relevant.

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pkd09
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Has anyone bypassed the Core & More & Sankoku Knife in this recipe and used the Salad Chopper? Remember the past version of salsa we had using the Salad Chopper for guests to make salsa?
 
Yep! Worked perfectly! I did the "sturdier" ingredients first, then added the pineapple and lastly the tomatoes. MMMMMMMMMMMMMMM.
 
I love the pineapple salsa!
 
Yep, I used the chopper. Worked like a charm.I like the salsa okay, but I'm not sure I'd do it for a show around here. I think you need to be someone who likes the sweet/spicy of a fruit salsa to really enjoy it. That isn't necessarily a huge percentage of the people I'm meeting right now.
 
I loved this recipe - but it didn't have any kick to me, maybe that's because I took ALL of the jalapeno seeds out. I just served it with the Tostitos "hint of lime" chips (didn't have the time to make the homemade ones) and it was a big hit!!! I don't have the salad choppers, but I bet they do work well. I would think you could use the food chopper too.
 
We are making DCB Fajitas and Pineapple Salsa at my Man Show on Saturday!

I gave the host the option of the "salad chopper" salsa, or the Pineapple Salsa - and he chose the pineapple. I think I'm going to use the tools as written though, because it's more tools in the hands of the men.
 
I think I might make this again this weekend, we have friends coming over to play cards. I love this recipe! When I did it, I didn't have the core n' more so i just cut the centers out while chopping them up. Otherwise I just used the santuko for everything.
 
My neighbor guy stopped by my open house (after his wife left!) and I couldn't keep him out of the pineapple salsa. He LOVED it. (and bought the pineapple wedger and salad choppers so I can show him how to make his own!)
 
WOW, it must just be me, but I HATED this. And I SO wanted to love it.

I tried the day I made it and the next day to eat it and I thought it was terrible both times. It was all I could do to open the container a third time to throw it down the drain! :)
 
I have made it once using the salad choppers and love that, just didn't love the salsa... the onion taste was so strong, I'm not a huge onion fan but even the people that like onion didn't like it, so when I make it next time (and I will make it again) I will just totally leave out the onion, or possibly use a small sweet onion rather than the red onion. Then I think that it'll be great.
 
ChefPaulaB said:
I have made it once using the salad choppers and love that, just didn't love the salsa... the onion taste was so strong, I'm not a huge onion fan but even the people that like onion didn't like it, so when I make it next time (and I will make it again) I will just totally leave out the onion, or possibly use a small sweet onion rather than the red onion. Then I think that it'll be great.
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I don't eat onions, so I usually leave onions out of most recipes, but in things like this, I will add the onion, just not as much as the recipe calls for.

I made it with very little red onion. It tasted bad, so I thought that I did not add enough onion, so I added more and it was still awful!

Maybe it was the red onion! I had NEVER bought or had red onion prior to this recipe, so maybe that's what it was.
 
I loved this... I've had only good things said about it too. I had boughten a large red onion and used half of it for this, and the other half for a pico slaw I do. Red onions are very strong though, I do not enjoy cutting them up.
 
ChefPaulaB said:
I have made it once using the salad choppers and love that, just didn't love the salsa... the onion taste was so strong, I'm not a huge onion fan but even the people that like onion didn't like it, so when I make it next time (and I will make it again) I will just totally leave out the onion, or possibly use a small sweet onion rather than the red onion. Then I think that it'll be great.
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If you rinse the onions after you chop them, the flavor will mellow out.
 
And you could use that little strainer that goes in the cutting board with meas. cups to rinse them.

I wasn't too impressed with this, until I used it for the red pepper for the quiche lorraine tartlet, that had to be rinsed and dried, and then all of a sudden I LOVED it! : )
 
I didn't think this sounded good at all until I tried it. I LOVED it!! I actually have been craving it lately! LOL
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Salad Chopper and the Core & More for making salsa?

The Salad Chopper is designed for quickly chopping vegetables and herbs, making it ideal for salsa preparation. It features a double-bladed design that allows for efficient chopping with a rocking motion. The Core & More, on the other hand, is a versatile tool that includes a corer, slicer, and wedger, making it great for prepping ingredients like tomatoes and peppers for salsa, but it may not chop as finely as the Salad Chopper.

Can I use the Sankoku Knife for making salsa?

Yes, the Sankoku Knife is an excellent choice for making salsa. Its sharp blade and ergonomic handle allow for precise cutting and chopping of various ingredients, including onions, tomatoes, and peppers. The knife's design makes it easy to achieve the desired consistency for your salsa.

Which tool is more versatile for other kitchen tasks, the Salad Chopper or the Core & More?

The Core & More is generally considered more versatile because it serves multiple functions: it can core fruits, slice, and wedge, in addition to being useful for salsa making. While the Salad Chopper excels at chopping, it is primarily designed for that specific task, making the Core & More a better all-around tool for various kitchen tasks.

Is it easier to clean the Salad Chopper or the Core & More after making salsa?

The Salad Chopper is typically easier to clean due to its simple design and fewer moving parts. It can be rinsed off or placed in the dishwasher for easy cleaning. The Core & More, while also easy to clean, has more components that may require additional attention during cleaning, especially if food gets stuck in the coring or wedging sections.

Which tool is recommended for beginners in salsa making?

The Salad Chopper is highly recommended for beginners because of its user-friendly design and efficiency in chopping. It allows for quick and consistent results, making it easier for those new to salsa making to achieve the right texture without much experience. The Core & More is also useful, but the Salad Chopper simplifies the chopping process, which is a key step in making salsa.

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