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Charred Salsa Negra

Burn the garlic. On purpose. All the way.

TotalAbout 30 minutes
MakesAbout 1 cup
LevelEasy
AheadNo

About 45 minutes if you’re slow · About 25 minutes if you push

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Charred Salsa Negra

Method

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  1. 1

    Peel the garlic. Dry pan, medium heat. Toast the garlic whole until it is black-blistered.

  2. 2

    Add the chilies. Toast 30 seconds.

  3. 3

    Cover with oil. Reduce heat. Let it bubble gently 5 minutes.Timer: 5 min

  4. 4

    Blend with soy, sugar, vinegar. Season. Should be thick and black and smoky.

  5. 5

    Jar it. Keeps 2 weeks in the fridge. Better on day 2.

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