5 Secrets to Crafting Authentic Fire-Roasted Mexican Salsas
From charred tomatillos to roasted arbol peppers, learn how fresh local ingredients and traditional comal techniques elevate every salsa at Dos Molinos.
Dos Molinos Kitchen Team
Culinary Crew
In a traditional Mexican kitchen, salsa is never an afterthought—it is the heartbeat of the table. A great salsa balances heat, acidity, smoke, and fresh herbs to elevate every dish it touches.
1. Charring on the Comal
Boiling vegetables yields a flat salsa. To unlock deep smoky flavor, we char fresh Roma tomatoes, green tomatillos, and jalapeños on a blazing hot comal until the skins are blackened and blistered.
This caramelizes the natural sugars and imparts an unforgettable rustic taste.
2. The Power of Fresh Lime Juice
Never use bottled citrus! Freshly squeezed key lime juice provides the bright acidity needed to slice through rich meats and melted cheeses.
Chef's Final Note
Stop by Dos Molinos today and try our salsa flight with complimentary warm tortilla chips!
Dos Molinos Kitchen Team
Culinary Crew • Dos Molinos Mexican Grill
Passionate about authentic Mexican culinary traditions, fire-roasted salsa techniques, and braised meats. Bringing rich Jalisco & Michoacán recipes to Kokomo, Indiana everyday.
Craving Authentic Mexican Flavors?
Visit Dos Molinos Mexican Grill at 2004 S Elizabeth St, Kokomo, IN, or order online for fast pickup.
