Big Game Chips Salsa (Print Version)
Crispy tortilla chips served with fresh tomato salsa featuring jalapeño and cilantro flavors.
# What You'll Need:
→ Salsa
01 - 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
02 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
03 - 1–2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely chopped
04 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - Juice of 1 lime
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Chips
09 - 1 large bag (approximately 10.5 ounces) tortilla chips, store-bought or homemade
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeños, cilantro, and garlic. Toss ingredients gently to distribute evenly.
02 - Pour lime juice over the vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well coated and flavors begin to incorporate.
03 - Taste the salsa and modify seasoning as desired. For increased spiciness, incorporate additional minced jalapeño. Balance acidity with extra lime juice if needed.
04 - Cover bowl securely with plastic wrap or lid. Refrigerate for minimum 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and develop. May be prepared up to 24 hours in advance.
05 - Remove salsa from refrigeration and transfer to an attractive serving bowl. Allow to sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
06 - Spread tortilla chips in an even layer on a large platter or organize in a decorative basket for easy guest access.
07 - Present chips alongside salsa bowl. Encourage guests to scoop salsa generously onto chips. replenish chips as needed during service.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Fresh tomatoes make everything taste brighter and more alive than anything from a jar
- You can customize the heat level so everyone at your party is happy
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- Refrigerating the salsa for at least 10 minutes is the step that makes it taste professional instead of just thrown together
- Adding salt right before serving keeps the tomatoes from releasing too much water and turning your salsa soupy
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- Remove the seeds from your tomatoes if you want a thicker, less watery salsa
- Letting the salsa sit for 10 minutes before serving makes a huge difference in flavor development