Holy guacamole, isn’t it grand when you can whip up a dish so vibrantly colourful, it’s like you’ve stepped right into a festive fiesta! Now, don’t go getting your apron in a twist. I’m talking about the wonder that is Pico De Gallo. A touch tangy, a tad fiery, but, oh boy, it’s knee-slapping good! So, pull up your sleeves, toss that cookbook aside, and let’s dive head-first into the culinary cha-cha of preparing Pico De Gallo.
First thing’s first, don’t skimp on your vegetables! Pick the freshest tomatoes, not those sad winkers at the back of the fridge. And when it comes to onions, I always go for red – they give a kick that’ll make your taste-buds tango! Chop ’em up good and proper, you’ll thank me later.
Now, you’d be a darn fool not to add some heat. Jalapenos, my friends, those are your secret weapon – slice them thin, seeds and all. If you’re a real chili-head, throw in a few extra, just for kicks!
What’s next, you ask? A sprinkling of cilantro, or, like my grandma used to say, the parsley of the south, torn, not chopped, to release those zesty notes! And, don’t forget to add a generous squeeze of lime– it brightens the whole shebang and ties all the flavours together.
Lastly, a good dash of salt, and voila! Your Pico De Gallo is ready to party. It’s the perfect accompaniment to well… anything! Slapped on a tortilla, scooped over scrambled eggs, or even eating it straight from the bowl (don’t judge, we’ve all been there!). This Pico De Gallo: It’s less of a dance, more of a culinary revolution!
Let’s Get To Work!
– Start by choosing 3 firm, ripe tomatoes.
– Continue by selecting a medium-size red onion.
– Pick out 2 medium jalapenos.
– Get a bunch of fresh cilantro.
– Have at the ready 1 large lime.
– Keep some good-quality sea salt handy as well.
– Begin the preparation by finely dicing the tomatoes and placing them in a large bowl.
– Next, peel and dice the red onion. Add it to the tomatoes.
– Carefully slice the jalapenos. Remember to keep the seeds for that extra punch of heat. Toss them into the mix.
– Grab a handful of cilantro, give it a rough chop, then scatter it over the tomatoes, onion, and jalapenos.
– Halve the lime and squeeze it all over the mixture.
– Season with sea salt to taste, giving it a good stir to mix everything well.
– Let it rest for about 15 mins to let the flavors meld together.
– Finally, serve your Pico De Gallo with your favorite Mexican dishes, or simply enjoy it with some chunky tortilla chips.
That was fresh!
