Pineapple Chipotle Salsa Recipe
This Pineapple Chipotle Salsa is a vibrant and smoky blend of charred tomatillos, garlic, onion, sweet pineapple, and spicy chipotle peppers. Perfect for adding a smoky tropical twist to your tacos, grilled meats, or as a flavorful dip, this quick and easy salsa combines the sweetness of pineapple with the depth of chipotle heat and the tartness of tomatillos, all brought together with a touch of salt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce/Salsa
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Produce
- 7–8 tomatillos (husks removed and sliced in half)
- 4 whole garlic cloves
- 2 thick slices onion (about 1/2-inch thick each)
- 2 slices fresh pineapple (cored) or 2 rings canned pineapple (patted dry)
Pantry
- 1 or 2 chipotle peppers in adobo
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (optional, plus more to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare for Broiling: Preheat your oven to the high broiler setting and place an oven rack on the top rung. Line a baking sheet with foil to make cleanup easier. Arrange the halved tomatillos, whole garlic cloves, pineapple slices, and onion slices on the baking sheet.
- Broil First Side: Place the baking sheet under the broiler and broil on high for 10 minutes. This will begin to char and soften the ingredients, enhancing their flavors.
- Flip and Broil Second Side: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and carefully flip all the ingredients to expose the other side. Return the baking sheet to the broiler and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until everything is gently charred. Watch closely as broilers vary in intensity and food can quickly burn.
- Blend Ingredients: Transfer the charred ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor. Add the chipotle peppers in adobo. Blend on high speed or pulse a few times until the salsa reaches a chunky consistency, retaining some texture.
- Season and Serve: Taste the salsa and add kosher salt as needed. Stir well to combine all flavors and serve immediately or chill for later use.
Notes
- To prevent burning, keep a close eye during the second broiling stage as broiler intensities can differ.
- If you prefer less heat, start with one chipotle pepper and add more to taste.
- This salsa can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Use fresh pineapple for the best natural sweetness; canned pineapple works if patted dry to avoid extra liquid.
- Pair the salsa with grilled meats, tacos, chips, or as a spicy condiment for sandwiches.
Keywords: pineapple salsa, chipotle salsa, tomatillo salsa, mexican salsa, smoky salsa, spicy pineapple salsa
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