Sweet Salsa

I love salsa and this is another one of "Mark's" areas of making super yummy greatness. If he was home I would have never attempted to make my own.  I have found a "special" ingredient to add a sweetness to this salsa that will keep your friends guessing.  Keep it a secret or share it ...that is up to you.   I found it by chance when I ran out of apple cider vinegar.  Are you curious yet?

Before I get into the recipe I have to say one of my new favorite toppings on a hamburger is salsa.  There is this awesome burger joint called Beuno Burger in Scottsdale and I think everytime there something going on at the LAB, Beuno Burger is there grilling up burgers with great condiments for everyone. There is a salsa like sauce that to me is pretty close to a hotter salsa.  This is part of the reason I like to puree my salsa! If you are ever in the Phoenix area this place is worth the drive for one of the best burgers ever!  Check them out!  Ok, here's the recipe for my puree salsa.

4 plum tomatoes,quartered
2 beef tomatoes, quartered
1 medium onion, diced up
3 serrono peppers, diced keep seeds in
1 habanero, diced (not pictured)
2 Tablespoons cilantro
1 Tablespoon garlic
1 lime, juiced
1/4 Cup rice vinegar
1 Cup frozen corn kernals, defrosted

I cut up the tomatoes into quarters so it is easier to puree them.  In a blender put everything but the corn.  Blend until smooth.  IF you like it chunky chop in blender.  I prefer almost like a sauce.  Pour in a container mix in the corn and let chill in fridge. 

The rice vinegar gives the salsa a sweet flavor.  You can use apple cider vinegar too but you should at least try it once with the rice vinegar.  If you prefer hotter salsa add more peppers or mix of peppers.  Sometimes I add black beans too.  Hope you enjoy! ~A