Addictive Salsa

2 Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat a skillet over medium heat.

2. 2

   Roast the dried árbol chilis for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant, then remove them from the skillet.

3. 3

   Add the mini grape tomatoes to the skillet and roast for about 5 minutes until they are blistered.

4. 4

   Continue roasting the tomatoes, garlic, and jalapeño or serrano chili until they are softened and slightly charred, about 8-10 minutes.

5. 5

   Once the garlic is roasted, remove the skins and place the garlic in a blender.

6. 6

   Add the roasted árbol chilis and mini grape tomatoes to the blender, along with a pinch of salt, and blend until slightly chunky.

7. 7

   Transfer the salsa to a bowl and mix in the finely chopped red onion, cilantro, and bay leaf.

8. 8

   Taste and adjust the salt if necessary. Optionally, add diced avocado for extra creaminess.

9. 9

   Mix well and serve immediately.