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Pico de gallo
Halve the tomatoes and scoop out the seeds and juice; keep them for a sauce or a drink. Dice the flesh to about 5 mm.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Pico de gallo take?
25 min all in — 15 min prep, 10 min rest. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 6 people. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Very easy.
How spicy is it?
Medium heat.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
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What equipment do I need?
Chef's knife, Cutting board, Mixing bowl.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Serrano chilli → Jalapeño. Milder and fleshier. Use one and a half for every serrano. White onion → Red onion. Sweeter and less sharp. It turns the salsa a little pink.
Any tips from this recipe?
Use a sharp knife. A blunt one crushes the tomato and makes the salsa watery. Plum tomatoes have less juice and are the best choice out of season.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.