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I had some sliced jalapenos and cheese on crackers at a party one night. Like with slices on top so you hold it all together with your fingers while you eat it. Not thinking about it, I took my contacts out before going to bed a couple hours later. That wasn't very much fun.
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A funny thought came to me once while using mouthwash. I tried not to laugh and it came out through my nose. It felt like my face was on fire. Worst pain I've ever experienced. Or at least top 3. But after that I could probably smell the Pacific ocean from Indiana.
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Getting ready to try the salsa recipe. Wish me luck.
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OMFG. Ok a double recipe of the salsa is overkill and really unnecessary unless you plan on canning it or serving it at a party. Holy hell its hot. After I was done I took a sample. I swear part of my tongue has no feeling lol. Will this be better once it sits for a few days?
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You did the 5 habanero one? Yikes, that one looked hot.
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This might sound weird but should I put the stuff in my slow cooker and let it cook on low heat for a bit to soften up the tomatoes and onions? I'm going to be gone for 5 days. Perhaps sitting in the fridge for that period of time will do the job. I didn't think it wise to eat 9/11 salsa before a flight. Don't want to release any toxic gas in flight. lol
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ROFL, spicy things increase in heat, not mellow out over time. 
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| Quoting Indy - posted on 11/9/2008 at 07:54 |
This might sound weird but should I put the stuff in my slow cooker and let it cook on low heat for a bit to soften up the tomatoes and onions? I'm going to be gone for 5 days. Perhaps sitting in the fridge for that period of time will do the job. I didn't think it wise to eat 9/11 salsa before a flight. Don't want to release any toxic gas in flight. lol
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You don't usually cook salsa, but you are welcome to try.
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I put lime in it and let the lime "cook" it.
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I tried some tonight. It wasn't painful. It seems to be a different kind of heat than some peppers. The salsa is still missing something.
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I added more salt and pepper to the salsa and its a little better. Also it has had a week to sit in the fridge and that has helped soften the tomatoes and onions. I don't know if it was the extra salt/pepper acting with the habanero peppers or the week in the fridge or me mixing it up better but tonight my mouth was on fire. Only milk was able to stop the burning. Good stuff :-)
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Nice!!!
Well the salt does act as a 'cut' for the spiciness.
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Couple of notes for the next time I try this or anyone else that tries this. If you are using fresh vegetables I think its best to let this stuff sit in the fridge for a full week (in a closed container) before eating. It gives time for the tomatoes and onions to soften up.
Also I used white onions and I'm not sure they were the best match for this salsa. I might try yellow onions next time (not Vidalia).
This stuff is really good. I love hot food but you might enjoy this more if the peppers are seeded. Or maybe remove half of the seeds. It is like fire with the seeds. I don't drink milk normally but i had 3 glasses tonight to try and get through some chips and this salsa tonight.
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I usually use red onions and no Habaneros. Also, I always seed my peppers as I'm not a fan of the seeds and yes, it does make it much spicier. Oh, and a little lime juice does help as well.
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So red onions are best and not yellow? I'll try that then.
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I like red for their flavor and the color contrast. Another option to try if you like sweet and spicy is a fruit salsa. Such as:
allrecipes.com
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allrecipes.com
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Mango salsa
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Well I am out of salsa and didn't feel like taking on the project of making more salsa right now. So I bought a jar of Renfro's habanero salsa. Talk about disappointing. It is like eating spicy tomato sauce. Guess I am going to have to make more of my own.
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I made the double recipe of salsa again today. This time I got better ingredients and it shows in the finished product. I used vine ripened tomatoes and a yellow onion. The habanero peppers were also fresher as well. They were bulk instead of prepackaged. I think it took me about 2-1/2 to 3 hours to go from ingredients to the finished product. I used only my 8 inch chef's knife and a can opener for the tomato sauce.
Unlike my first batch I was able to eat some of this right away. It still needs a few days to sit I think but DAMN its hot.
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| Quoting chrisisasavage - posted on 4/24/2008 at 21:46 |
| Recipe | | 4 | Roma Tomatoes or equivalent in-season tomatos. | | 1 | Medium White Onion | | 1 | Jalepeno | | 1 | Bunch of Fresh Cilantro | | 2 | Tablespoons of minced Garlic | | Lime Juice | to Taste (I used ~ 1/8 cup) | | Tomato Sauce | to taste/color | | Chop ingredients into fine pieces, or throw in food processor and mix together. Let chill. |
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I made this the other day. It is very good, but it's more of a pico di gallo recipe than a salsa one. Still very very good and it is very close to the fresh Chachi's salsa I used to buy in Socal. I really missed that stuff until now. Now I have a suitable replacement. Thanks!
does anyone know how long this will keep in the fridge? I was hoping a month since I made 1/2 gallon of the stuff.
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Glad you liked it, it in fact was my attempt at reverse engineering the salsa at a local Mexican restaurant. It is more like Pico de Gallo.
No idea how long it lasts, never lasted longer than a week in my refrigerator before being eaten. The lime helps preserve, I'm just not sure how long.
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I'm at the 3 week mark now and it smells fine and tastes fine. I'll let you know if I come down with listeria or something in a couple days or not.
(fingers crossed)
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Good to here. Like I said the lime should help preserve it. I make small batches. I may try a bigger one next time.
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The habanero salsa in my fridge has become a lab experiment. I'm curious what kind of substance could grow in such a hostile environment? lol
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posted on 11/5/2008 at 14:00
The bf rubbed under his nose once while cutting up jalapenos. I LOLed, but he wasn't too happy.
