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 Now that you’ve had a taste of what our kitchen is all about, let’s turn up the heat. We’re kicking things off with a classic that brings every table to life — fresh, homemade salsa


Fire-Roasted peppers and bold flavors kick off our recipes the right way.
 

Can You Handle the Heat?
 

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      From Fire to Flavor

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Quick, fresh, and packed with flavor — these salsas turn tacos, chips, and grilled meats into something unforgettable. From bold fire-seared reds to bright, tangy greens, here’s your ultimate salsa lineup.

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A smooth, bold salsa made with fire-seared jalapeños, serrano's, and tomatoes, balanced with fresh habanero — and for the fearless, a Carolina Reaper option.

Ingredients:
- 5 ripe Roma tomatoes (fire-seared until blistered)
- ½ small white onion, cut in half (lightly seared or raw for bite)
- 2 jalapeños (fire-seared)
- 1 serrano pepper (fire-seared, optional for extra kick)
- 1 fresh habanero (uncooked, diced, for raw fiery punch)
- 1 Carolina Reaper ( optional — only for seasoned heat lovers)
- 2 cloves garlic, unpeeled (fire-seared)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- ½ tsp pink Himalayan salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp fresh cracked black pepper
- ½ tsp dry oregano (rubbed between palms before adding)
- Pinch of cumin (optional)

Steps:
1. Place tomatoes, onion halves, jalapeños, serrano, and garlic directly on a hot grill over open flame.
2. Cook until skins blister and blacken in spots — fire-seared, not smoked.
3. Peel garlic, then transfer all seared ingredients to a blender.
4. Add fresh habanero, cilantro, lime juice, Himalayan salt, black pepper, and oregano.
5. (Optional) Add a Carolina Reaper for extreme heat — handle with gloves and caution.
6. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Chef’s Heat Note: Carolina Reaper is one of the hottest peppers on earth. Handle with gloves, avoid touching your face, and only use if you are experienced with super-hot chiles.

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Salsa Verde (Fire-Seared Tomatillo Salsa)

Bright, tangy, and fresh — this green salsa uses fire-seared tomatillos, serranos, and garlic for a zesty flavor that cools and balances even the hottest tacos.

Ingredients:
- 1 lb tomatillos (about 6–8 medium), husked and rinsed
- 2 serrano peppers (fire-seared)
- 1 jalapeño (fire-seared, optional for extra kick)
- 2 cloves garlic, unpeeled (fire-seared)
- ½ white onion (seared or raw, your preference)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- ½ tsp pink Himalayan salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp fresh cracked black pepper

Steps:
1. Place tomatillos, serranos, jalapeño, onion, and garlic on a hot grill or skillet.
2. Fire-sear until skins blister and blacken in spots (5–7 minutes).
3. Peel garlic, then transfer all to a blender.
4. Add cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
5. Blend until smooth and silky.
6. Taste and adjust — more lime for tang, more salt for punch.

Chef’s Note: Creamy Variation
Add ½ a ripe avocado to the blender with the tomatillos for a creamy salsa verde with a velvety texture. Perfect as a dip or for drizzling.

      Ready for the taco trio? Get ready to meet             shrimp, chicken, and beef all in one spot!



“No need to pick sides — shrimp, chicken, and beef are all invited to this taco party.”

  From the fire to your plate: tacos

​Fire-Grilled Tri-Tip Tacos

 

 

Ingredients:

 

  • 1 tri-tip roast (2–3 lbs)

  • 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar

  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • 1 tsp garlic salt

  • ½ tsp cracked black pepper

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (light splash for balance)

  • Juice of 2 fresh limes

 

 

For Serving:

 

  • Corn tortillas (fire-charred over an open flame)

  • Pico de gallo

  • Shredded cabbage or lettuce

  • Sour cream or Mexican crema

  • Cotija cheese, crumbled

  • Fresh cilantro leaves

  • Optional: pickled red onions, avocado slices, or hot salsa

 

 

 

Steps:

 

  1. Mix balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, oregano, garlic salt, pepper, soy sauce, and lime juice. Coat tri-tip and marinate overnight (or at least 6 hours).

  2. Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high.

  3. Sear tri-tip 4–5 minutes per side. Lower heat and cook to desired doneness (about 135°F for medium-rare).

  4. Rest meat 10 minutes, then slice thin against the grain.

  5. Fire-char tortillas directly over an open flame for 30–60 seconds per side until blistered.

  6. Build tacos with tri-tip, pico de gallo, cabbage, crema, cotija, and cilantro.

  7. Serve hot with lime wedges.

 

 

 

Chef’s Note:

Fire-charred tortillas give smoky flavor and a true street-style bite — this step makes the tacos unforgettable.

Garlic-Lime Shrimp Tacos

 

 

                                           Juicy prawns seared with spice and lime, tucked into warm tortillas for a fiery, fresh bite.

 

Ingredients

 

  • 1 lb large Shrimp(peeled & deveined)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp chili powder

  • ½ tsp cumin

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • Salt & fresh cracked pepper (to taste)

  • Corn or flour tortillas

  • Fresh cabbage slaw (shredded cabbage, cilantro, lime)

  • Optional toppings: avocado slices, salsa, queso fresco

 

 

Directions

 

  1. Toss prawns in olive oil, garlic, paprika, chili powder, cumin, lime juice, salt, and pepper.

  2. Let marinate for about 20–30 minutes if possible.

  3. Heat a pan (or grill) on medium-high, cook prawns 1–2 minutes per side until just pink.

  4. Warm tortillas, then layer with slaw, prawns, and toppings of choice.

  5. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime.

​Chipotle Grilled Chicken Tacos

Here’s the full ingredient list for the chicken taco so you can paste it in right under the title:

 

Chipotle Grilled Chicken Tacos — Ingredients

 

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)

  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (minced)

  • 2 tbsp adobo sauce (from the can)

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • Juice of 2 limes

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • 1 tsp chili powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • Warm corn or flour tortillas

  • Fresh cilantro, diced onions, and lime wedges (for serving)

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