Posts Tagged ‘Salsa’

In Spanish, ‘pico de gallo’ means “rooster’s beak,” since it was originally eaten with the thumb and forefinger, resembling a rooster pecking. Some people really load up on the cilantro. Did you know that for some people, cilantro tastes like soap? I can’t imagine. Special thanks to Chef Joe Shaw for this recipe.

First, a word of caution about chipotle peppers. They’re smoky and flavorful, but can also run a bit hot, especially when packed in adobo sauce. Adobo is a paste made from ground chiles, herbs and vinegar and a little goes a long way. Start with a little and add as much more as you can…

Did you know that the canned Mandarin oranges we often use in salads and Asian stir-frys are most likely Satsuma Mandarins? They’re very easy to peel, virtually seedless and sweet and juicy to boot. This salsa is perfect for any fish – grilled, broiled, pan-seared or fried. If you like your fish on the spicy…