Pico de Gallo, with its lively blend of fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeños, and zesty lime juice, is a Mexican salsa favorite. Perfect as a refreshing dip, it wonderfully complements tortilla chips, tacos, quesadillas, fajitas, and a variety of Mexican culinary delights.
Start by washing and drying your tomatoes. Cut out the stem area and finely chop them into small pieces, then transfer to a mixing bowl.
Peel and finely dice the onion, adding it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Take a small bunch of cilantro leaves, wash, dry, and finely chop them, and then add to the bowl.
For the jalapeño peppers, remove the stems and slice them in half. If you prefer less heat, wear gloves to remove the seeds and veins before dicing. Adjust the amount of jalapeños to your liking and add them to the bowl.
Finally, add minced garlic, lime juice, black pepper, and salt to the bowl. Mix everything well to combine the flavors. Let the Pico De Gallo rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend together.
To Serve
Serve this vibrant and flavorful Pico De Gallo with tortilla chips, tacos, quesadillas, Mexican rice, or your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes for a delicious addition to any meal.
Notes
Essential Tips to Make Pefect Pico De Gallo:
Fresh ingredients: Start with fresh and ripe tomatoes, as they are the star of this salsa. Choose firm tomatoes with vibrant colors and a slightly sweet aroma
Uniform chopping: Aim for uniform and small dice when chopping the tomatoes, onions, and jalapeno peppers. This ensures consistent flavor distribution and a pleasant texture
Adjust spiciness: Adjust the amount of jalapeno peppers based on your preference for spiciness. Remove the seeds and veins for milder heat, or leave them in for a spicier kick
Balance flavors: Find the perfect balance of flavors by adding minced garlic, lime juice, black pepper, and salt. Taste and adjust the seasonings to your liking
Resting time: Allow the Pico de Gallo to rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together and intensify, resulting in a more delicious salsa
Drain excess liquid: As the tomatoes release water, drain the excess liquid before serving. This prevents the salsa from becoming too watery and maintains a desirable texture
Serve fresh: Pico de Gallo is best enjoyed fresh. While it can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days, the flavors are most vibrant when consumed shortly after preparation
Other Aaddins: Enhance your Pico de Gallo with a variety of add-ins. Consider adding creamy avocado, tangy mango, sweet corn, crisp bell peppers, juicy pineapple, refreshing cucumber, and spicy radishes, or experimenting with different herbs like mint, basil, or parsley