Salsa Doce Chiles

[DiningDiva]

Definitely not for the faint of heart. Check out this short little video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zu6o-F...

even though it's in Spanish, you'll get the drift pretty easily as the demonstration on how to prepare this salsa progresses

12 chiles serrano (and notice, they are not seeded
)about 1/2 a lime peel and the juice of 2 limes
a little salt, a little pepper
about 1/2 cup of oil

I'm not a heat wimp but I can not fathom using 12 serranos in a salsa that only yields a little bit. Incindiary :-)

[mucho gordo]

Serrano chilis are my preferred choice. They aren't really THAT hot when compared to a habanero and I've had hotter jalapenos. I like the fact that, even when cooked, they have a garden-fresh crunch when you bite into them. I use sliced serranos in my asada tacos and chili burritos. I will definitely try this salsa recipe.

[DiningDiva]

Post back on how it works out. I really like the flavor of serranos.

[mucho gordo]

Will do. I'll be making it this next week.

[luckyfatima]

I love this sauce. I actually make something similar with roasted skinned jalapeños, lime, salt, garlic, oil, and a dash of egg yolk. And yes, it is also fiery. Must try it with serranos and peel of lime and see the difference. Thanks for sharing.

[gordeaux]

That would be good eats as a topping salsa for a lower fat food - like a grilled fish or chicken taco.

[Veggo]

Demasiado picante for a good fish, too strong. Pollo? Have at it. Lechon, tambien.

[DiningDiva]

It might work with a stronger or firmer fleshed fish. I'm thinking a little bit might be fine with salmon, halibut or dorado. Shrimp might hold up to it pretty well too. LIke your lechon suggestion.

[alanbarnes]

Love the video - she takes a bite, gets all choked up, and is turning red as they cut to commercial. Picosisima indeed!

[Naco]

I laughed at that too. The best part is the description underneath the video:

"Esta salsa acompaña muy bien las carnes asadas, aunque el limón disminuye el picor es una salsa muy picante."

"Even though the lime reduces the spiciness, this is still a very spicy salsa".

You think?

[Veggo]

por seguro

[paulj]

Reminds me of comida corrida (businessman's lunch special) we had years ago in Zacatecas. The entre was a steak covered in a green salsa like this. We had to scrape it all off to achieve a tolerable heat level.

At one home, on the same trip, our host liked to snack of serranos dipped in salt.

[Veggo]

Great with migas and huevos motulenos. And a breakfast beer.

[DiningDiva]

:-) Too true

[bushwickgirl]

Whew, tu salsa de doce chiles esta muy caliente. =>Wiping sweat from brow>=. Some serious carbs woud have to accompany that salsa.

[LongIslandChef]

I get the feeling that my stomach wouldn't thank me after something like that...Not to mention I'd have no taste buds left lol...