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Salsa Roja with Cotija Cheese

Salsa roja with Cotija cheese is a spicy salsa made from chile de arbol (tree chili), Serrano peppers, roma tomatoes, tomatillos, garlic and onion. It's served with salty, toasted Cotija cheese chunks and topped with cilantro.

Total 20m
Yield 6 servings
Source: mexicanfoodjournal.com by Andres Carnalla

🥄 Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb Cotija cheese
  • 2 Roma tomatoes
  • 2 Tomatillos
  • 1/4 White onion
  • 1 Serrano chili pepper
  • 5 Chiles de arbol (tree chili)
  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 Handful cilantro (finely chopped)
  • 1 1/2 - 2 cups Water

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salsa

    Prepare the Salsa

  2. Prepare the Garnish

    Prepare the Garnish

  3. Toast the Cotija Cheese

    Toast the Cotija Cheese

  4. Serve Your Salsa

    Serve Your Salsa