The Food Lab: Better Home Cooking Through Science

(Nandana) #1

MAKES ABOUT 4 CUPS


1½ pounds ripe tomatoes, cut into ¼- to ½-inch dice (about
3 cups, see Note above)
Kosher salt
½ large white onion, finely diced (about ¾ cup)
1 to 2 serrano or jalapeño chiles, finely diced (seeds and
membranes removed for a milder salsa)
½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon lime juice from 1 lime



  1. Season the tomatoes with 1 teaspoon salt and toss to
    combine. Transfer to a fine mesh strainer or colander set
    in a bowl and allow to drain for 20 to 30 minutes.

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