Salvadorian Tomato Sauce - Salsa Roja

Ingredients:

Olive oil 3 tablespoons

Onion, chopped 1/4 cup

Garlic, chopped 1 clove

Serrano or jalapeño chile pepper, chopped 1

Tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped 2 cups

Dried oregano 2 teaspoons

Salt and pepper to taste

Cilantro (optional), chopped 1/4 cup

Cooking Instructions:

Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium flame. Add the onion, garlic and chile and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is translucent. Stir in the tomatoes and oregano and simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and cool a bit. Puree the tomato sauce in a blender until smooth, adding a little water if needed. Add salt and pepper to taste, stir in cilantro if using and serve.

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