Description
Canning salsa is a delightful way to savor the fresh tastes of summer throughout the year. This Best Salsa Recipe for Canning combines juicy tomatoes, crisp peppers, and zesty spices, creating a versatile condiment perfect for any occasion. Enjoy it with tortilla chips, on tacos, or as a dressing for salads and grilled dishes. This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to customize the heat level to suit your taste—whether you like it mild or spicy—and offers a fun way to preserve your garden’s bounty. Homemade salsa also makes an excellent gift, showcasing your culinary skills to friends and family. With this recipe, you can enjoy the vibrant flavors of homemade salsa long after summer ends.
Ingredients
- 5 cups diced tomatoes
- 2 1/2 cups diced green bell peppers
- 2 1/2 cups diced white onion
- 1 1/4 cups diced jalapenos
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 tablespoon salt
- 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare equipment: Warm jars and lids in the dishwasher.
- In a large saucepan, combine diced tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, jalapenos, garlic, cilantro, salt, and vinegar.
- Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce and simmer for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Fill warm jars with hot salsa, leaving ½ inch headspace; wipe rims clean.
- Seal jars with lids and process in a water bath canner for 15 minutes.
- Allow jars to rest for 24 hours; check seals before storage.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Canning
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 120g
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. Adjust spice levels according to preference by varying jalapenos or hot sauce. Always taste before sealing to ensure seasoning is perfect.