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janetupnorth said:ChefBeckyD's is great too...all my tomatoes are going into that this year.
ChefBeckyD said:But mine is for a big batch to can or freeze - I just figured she was wanting a recipe for fresh?
ragschef said:I have the tupperware thing (I know: contraban!!) but I love it! I put 2 or 3 small tomatoes in it, 1/4 red onion, 2 cloves of garlic, some cilantro, SW seasoning, and fresh lime juice. Sometimes, I'll add a little fresh zucchini juliennes in there. You'd be amazed at the taste difference! Its really good. don't knock it till you've tried it!
Also, if you just have a lot of tomatoes sitting around and you don't want them to go to waste, you can always can them. Or stew them and freeze 'em for homemade marinara. YUM!
PamperChefCarol said:Speaking of leftover tomatoes.. I have been "sun drying" them. I did two huge bags of cherry tomatoes in my oven. Olive oil on large sheet pan, wash and dry tomatoes and spread in a single layer. Roll them around so that the oil gets all over. Sprinkle with cracked pepper and sea/kosher salt and bake. I started the first batch at 400 for 15 min, then dropped the temp to 250/200 and just let them go until they dry. It took about 8 hours but they turned out so good.
Yes, you can definitely use fresh tomatoes for salsa recipes. In fact, some people prefer the taste of fresh tomatoes over canned. Just make sure to dice them finely and drain out any excess liquid before adding them to your salsa.
Homemade salsa can typically last for about 5-7 days in the fridge if stored in an airtight container. However, its freshness and taste may start to decline after a few days, so it's best to consume it within the first few days.
Yes, you can adjust the spiciness of your salsa by using less or milder peppers, such as bell peppers or banana peppers, and removing the seeds and membrane where most of the heat is contained. You can also add a little sugar or honey to balance out the spiciness.
Yes, you can make salsa in advance for a party. In fact, making it ahead of time can give the flavors a chance to develop and intensify. Just make sure to store it in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve.
Some unique ingredients to add to salsa for a twist include fruit such as mango or pineapple, corn, black beans, avocado, or even cooked shrimp or crab meat. You can also experiment with different types of peppers, like habanero or serrano, for a spicier kick.