Author Notes
In Austin there are many versions of creamy green salsa served with tacos. Traditionally, jalapeños are blended with oil to create the creamy texture. In my version, avocado replaces oil and lends a new flavor to an old recipe. Next time you make your favorite tacos, serve them with some of this spicy Addictive Avocado Salsa. —brisketandbagels.com
Ingredients
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8 ounces
green jalapeño peppers
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5
garlic cloves, skin on
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1/2 teaspoon
toasted and ground cumin seeds (optional)
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1 tablespoon
fresh lime juice
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2.5 ounces
ripe chopped avocado
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1 pinch
kosher salt
Directions
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Roast jalapenos on a gas burner or under the broiler till charred on all sides. At the same time, dry roast the garlic in a hot pan turning every 2 minutes till each side is slightly browned, but not burnt. Place jalapeños and garlic in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap to steam.
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Once cooled, peel the skin off the garlic and jalapeños. Remove tops, seeds and veins from the peppers
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Combine the peppers, garlic, cumin, lime juice and salt in a blender. Puree the mixture till smooth. Add avocado and blend just till fully incorporated and smooth. You may need a little water to thin out the mixture. Add additional salt to taste.
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