Charred Habanero Salsa

Charred Habanero Salsa
Charred Habanero Salsa
The habanero, reputedly the "hottest chile in the world" has a complex, citrusy aroma and flavor. This salsa from the Yucatan is a classic accompaniment to meat and seafood cooked in an achiote recado a brick-red paste made with achiote, or annatto, seeds. Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
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  • Served Person: Makes about 1 cup
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  • 1/4 cup water
  • 3 plum tomatoes
  • Carbohydrate 7 g(2%)
  • Fat 0 g(1%)
  • Fiber 2 g(7%)
  • Protein 2 g(3%)
  • Saturated Fat 0 g(0%)
  • Sodium 127 mg(5%)
  • Calories 32

Preparation Heat a dry comal or flat iron griddle over moderately low heat until hot and pan-roast tomatoes and habaneros, turning them occasionally to ensure even roasting, until browned and soft throughout, 25 to 30 minutes. Discard tomato stems and wearing rubber gloves, stem and seed chiles. In a blender purée tomatoes, chiles, water, and salt until smooth. (Salsa may be made 10 hours ahead and chilled, covered. Bring salsa to room temperature before serving.) La Parilla: The Mexican Grill, published by Chronicle Books.

Preparation Heat a dry comal or flat iron griddle over moderately low heat until hot and pan-roast tomatoes and habaneros, turning them occasionally to ensure even roasting, until browned and soft throughout, 25 to 30 minutes. Discard tomato stems and wearing rubber gloves, stem and seed chiles. In a blender purée tomatoes, chiles, water, and salt until smooth. (Salsa may be made 10 hours ahead and chilled, covered. Bring salsa to room temperature before serving.) La Parilla: The Mexican Grill, published by Chronicle Books.