Fresh Salsa #2

3 T finely chopped onion
2 small cloves garlic, minced
3 large ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeds removed, chopped
2 hot chili peppers, Serrano or Jalepeno, finely chopped
2 to 3 tbsp lime juice
salt and pepper

Put chopped onion and garlic in a strainer; pour 2 c boiling water over them and then let drain thoroughly. Discard water, cool.

Combine onions and garlic with chopped tomatoes, peppers, cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper. Refrigerate for 2-4 hours to blend flavors.

Makes 2 cups of salsa.

Aug 1 2010