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Pumpkin Jalapeno Salsa

A delicious and mildly spicy pumpkin jalapeno salsa that can be enjoyed with tortilla chips or served over meats, in enchiladas, or in chilaquiles.
Course:Appetizer
Cuisine:American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 cups
Calories73 kcal
Cost $ 1.00 per cup

Equipment

  • stove top

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 small white or yellow onion small diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 2-3 tablespoons white wine
  • 2 tablespoons canned chopped jalapenos drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 28 oz
  • 1 can of pumpkin puree 15 oz
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons salt or more if desired
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Chopped cilantro optional

Instructions

  • In a saute pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Sweat the onions over medium heat for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Make sure to NOT let them brown. Add the garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 1 minute. Add the wine and let heat for about 30-60 seconds.
  • Add in the drained jalapenos, canned diced tomatoes, pumpkin puree, salt, sugar, cinnamon, and cumin.
  • Let cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the chopped cilantro if desired. Remove pan from the heat and let cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 15 days. Serve with store-bought tortilla chips, in enchiladas and chilaquiles, or as a sauce for cooked meats. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

If desired, you can stir in the juice of ½ of a lime right before serving. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days.  

Nutrition

Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 959mg | Potassium: 243mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 244IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg

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