Homemade Salsa Macha
A bold, smoky, and spicy Mexican chili oil made with dried chiles, garlic, oil, and nuts—perfect as a condiment or dip.
Ingredients
- 10 dried chile de árbol
- 4 guajillo chiles (seeded)
- 4 garlic cloves (peeled)
- ½ cup unsalted roasted peanuts
- ½ cup olive oil (or peanut oil)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over low heat.
- Fry garlic and dried chiles until lightly puffed and fragrant. Remove and reserve the oil.
- Let cool, then blend chiles, garlic, peanuts, salt, and reserved oil to desired consistency.
- Return to pan and sauté for 2–3 minutes over low heat.
- Cool and store in a sterilized jar with a layer of oil on top.
Notes
Note: Nutritional data is approximate and can vary based on specific ingredients used (especially oil type and quantity).