Pico de Gallo
Pico de gallo is a staple of Mexican cuisine—simple, vibrant, and incredibly versatile. Often called salsa bandera ("flag sauce") because of its red, white, and green colors, it brings a fresh burst of brightness to any dish. Perfect with tacos, fajitas, grilled meats, or tortilla chips.
Ingredients
- 4 medium tomatoes
- 1 jalapeño
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 bunch fresh coriander cilantro
- 1 Juice of lime approx. 2 tbsp / 30 ml
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prep the vegetables
- Finely chop: 4 tomatoes, 1 jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat), 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1 bunch fresh coriander (cilantro)
Mix and season
- Add everything to a bowl. Squeeze in: Juice of 1 lime
- Season with a pinch of: Salt, Freshly ground black pepper
- Stir to combine.
Let it rest
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 1–2 hours, to let the flavors develop.