Alton Browns Salsa Recipes

Steps:

• Position an oven rack 3 inches below the broiler and set the broiler to high.
• Toss the tomatillos, pepper and onion with the grapeseed oil in a large bowl. Transfer them to a half-sheet pan and broil until blistered and slightly charred, about 7 minutes. (You'll need to give the pan a shake every now and then to ensure even cooking.)
• Let the charred vegetables cool slightly and then blend them on high with the cilantro and salt until smooth. With the blender still running, add the xanthan gum and blend 10 seconds more.
• Store tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Always serve at room temperature.

Steps:

• *NOTE: I broke up the dried anchos into pieces and used a clean coffee mill to coarsely grind the chilies.
• To roast the jalapeno you have several options: oven roast, or stovetop roast either in a pan or steamer basket.
• For steamer basket directions, place the chili in the opened basket and place directly on the heating element.
• Turn the heat on to medium flame and dry roast for about 5 minutes or until chili is charred all over, turning occasionally to roast evenly.
• Set the steamer basket aside on a heatproof surface. Cover with a heat resistant bowl or lid and allow to sweat for 10-15 minutes.
• Once cool enough to handle, place the chili under running water and loosen off the skin. Remove the seeds and membrane.
• Mince the chili.
• In a bowl, combine all ingredients. Note: Alton say that the dried ancho chili is not to be dehydrated. Marinating will soften the chili and hydrate it.
• Cover and place salsa in refrigerator for up to 12 hours for flavors to infuse.
• Serve with your favorite chips.
• Prep time does not include marinating.

Steps:

• Combine tomatoes, red onion, yellow onion, green chilies, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, cumin, and salt in a food processor. Pulse processor until mixture is combined, yet remains chunky. Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate at least 1 hour.