Guess the Special Ingredient in this Party-Perfect Salsa

Salsa borracha in a molcajete, alongside a plate of tacos
May 1, 2024

Salsa Borracha, as its name suggests, is an alcohol-infused salsa (typically beer, but you can use mezcal or tequila as well). It's a perfect accompaniment to a carne asada: if you're having a beer while grilling, why not throw some in the salsa as well, for added flavor? Start by pan-frying tomatillos, tomatoes, onion, garlic, and chiles, then slow-cook them with a can of beer (the alcohol will evaporate as it cooks, so this salsa is suitable for everyone to enjoy). Grind in a Molcajete or pulse in a blender, just be sure to keep it rustic. Finish with a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and diced onion, and get your grilled meat and fresh tortillas ready!

This recipe was made for our Molcajete Chico; if you have our regular Molcajete, please feel free to double the amount of each ingredient.
Salsa Borracha (Drunk Salsa)

Salsa Borracha (Drunk Salsa)

Miguel Guerrero

Ingredients

  • 3 tomatillos, husks removed, quartered

  • 1 serrano pepper

  • 2 dried árbol chiles

  • 1 small white onion, diced

  • 2 Roma tomatoes, diced

  • 2 garlic cloves

  • 1 tbsp neutral oil

  • 1 can (12 oz) of beer, preferable Modelo Especial

  • Chopped onion and cilantro for garnish

  • 1 lime

  • Salt to taste

Directions

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    1. Dice the onion, quarter the tomatillos, and dice the tomatoes. Set aside.

    2. In a nonstick pan, heat 1 tbsp of neutral oil over medium heat, Add the onion, tomatillos, tomatoes, garlic cloves, serrano pepers, and chiles de árbol. Cook for 5-8 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften, stirring occasionally. Season with salt to taste.

    3. Once the vegetables are softened, pour in half of the can of beer. Allow the mixture to simmer for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

    4. Transfer the cooked ingredients in a molcajete or blender. Grind until smooth, adding an additional ¼ of beer.

    5. Once you achieve your desired consistency, add in the chopped onion and cilantro. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt if needed.

    6. Serve the salsa on a fresh taco or tortilla chips.

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