This is an easy pico de gallo recipe to follow for anyone. Made with chopped fresh tomato, onion, jalapeno and coriander, seasoned with salt and pepper and brightened with lemon juice. Serve immediately or leave to marinate for 30 minutes and serve as an appetizer, dip or garnish.
This recipe is a result of trials and errors and the desire to learn something new to serve with our usual meals.
No, I do not claim the recipe as authentic though I wish it is but it is based on recipes I browsed.
I did not have to spend hours on how to make this. I might need someone to give me feedback on my pico de gallo. A Mexican probably or go to a Mexican place that makes traditional pico de gallo. What do you think?
What is pico de gallo
Pico de gallo is a condiment of Mexican origin composed of fresh ingredients, tomatoes, onions, peppers, coriander and lime juice.
Pico de gallo is a Spanish term that translates as “rooster’s beak”. This article is a good read or one to start with about the origin of the dish.
Why you’ll like this recipe
- Quick and easy – This recipe can be made and ready in 10 minutes. It only requires chopping and tossing ingredients.
- Light and refreshing – made with fresh ingredients, pico de gallo is scrumptious with tortilla, meats, tacos and or burritos
Ingredients and Substitutions
Tomatoes – Ripe Roma tomatoes are recommended and traditionally used in most recipes. Roma tomatoes are firmer and less juicy than other types of tomatoes. If they are not available grape or cherry tomatoes or San Marzano tomatoes are kinds that have low water content. If the only available tomatoes were juicy, the end product would be different but still delicious.
Onion – I used white onions in this recipe but feel free to use red onion if it is what’s available.
Pepper – I used jalapeno for this recipe. Use serrano peppers if you want a spicier pico de gallo.
Coriander – .
Lime juice – Add a generous amount of fresh lime juice to make this recipe a success.
Salt and pepper – Season to the ingredients well and to your liking.
Optional ingredients include garlic.
How to make pico de gallo
Place the chopped ingredients in a mixing bowl, sprinkle with salt and pepper, drizzle with lemon juice and toss to combine. Check it is well seasoned. Serve immediately or let it marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes.
How to serve salsa fresca or salsa Mexicana
Serve pico de gallo as an appetizer, condiment or garnish. In addition to the Mexican ways of serving this fresh salsa, we found ways to serve it as an accompaniment to fried fish and a dip for crisps.
Leftovers and Storage
Any leftovers and big batches could be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
Watch how to make fresh salsa
You can find a video of this recipe on Youtube if you prefer learning by watching.
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Easy Pico de Gallo Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 plum tomatoes finely chopped
- 1 white onion small, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeno fresh, finely chopped
- handful coriander roughly chopped
- 1/2 lime juice
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, place all the ingredients. Toss to combine well. Taste and season well.
- Serve it immediately or let it marinate for 30 minutes before serving.
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