Homemade Fresh Cooked Salsa | Cajun 911 Cuisine
This cooked Cajun 911 salsa blends roasted tomatoes, onions, garlic, cumin, coriander, cilantro, and lime for a rich, layered flavor. Cooking the vegetables first deepens the salsa’s body while still keeping it bright and versatile. Perfect for chips, tacos, eggs, bowls, seafood, and grilled meats.
INGREDIENTS
VEGETABLES
4–5 tomatoes, Roma or vine, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves
1 jalapeño or serrano, optional
1 Tbsp olive oil
SEASONINGS
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp coriander
1/2 tsp salt, more to taste
1/4 tsp black pepper
FRESH ADD-INS
Juice of 1 lime
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Optional pinch of sugar
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Roast or Sauté the Vegetables
Skillet method: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add tomatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapeño. Cook 8–10 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
Oven method: Place vegetables on a baking pan, drizzle with olive oil, and roast at 425°F for about 20 minutes until blistered.
2. Season the Salsa
Transfer the roasted mixture to a skillet if using the oven method. Add cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Cook 3–5 minutes to bloom the spices.
3. Blend to Desired Texture
Blend the salsa to your preferred consistency. Pulse for chunky, blend fully for smooth, or mash for a rustic texture.
4. Add Fresh Ingredients
Stir in lime juice and cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, lime juice, or a pinch of sugar if needed.
SERVING IDEAS
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Spoon over shrimp, fish, or chicken
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Serve with Cajun crackers or tortilla chips
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Use on tacos, quesadillas, or nachos
- Spoon over eggs or breakfast bowls
- Mix into rice or quinoa
NOTES
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Add roasted tomatillos for a salsa verde variation
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Chipotle adds smoky depth and heat
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Fresh diced tomato creates a half-cooked texture
RECIPE PAIRINGS AND HELPFUL LINKS
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Pair with Cajun-Mexican fusion dishes
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Serve alongside Bayou seafood recipes
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