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Salsa Macha

Easy Salsa Macha Recipe

4.94 from 16 votes
Salsa macha is a bold and flavorful Mexican chili oil made from dried chilies, oil, garlic, and, depending on the recipe, nuts or seeds.
Prep Time: 8 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Total Time: 12 minutes

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a medium pan over medium to medium-low heat. 
  • Lightly toast the chilies in batches, stirring constantly, and remove them as soon as they become fragrant—about 15-20 seconds, depending on the heat of the oil and the size of the dried peppers. 
  • Be careful not to burn the chilies, as this will create bitterness. Once toasted, remove them from the heat and set them aside.
  • Sauté the garlic cloves in the oil until they’re golden brown all over, then remove them from the pan. Turn off the heat and let the oil cool completely.
  • Transfer the chilies, garlic, vinegar, salt, and cooled oil into the blender. Blend until the mixture is finely chopped, but not pureed.
  • Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for later use. 
Course: Sides
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Mexican Salsa, Salsa Macha, Spicy Salsa