This homemade Rotel-style tomato recipe captures the bold, zesty flavor of canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, but with fresh ingredients and customizable heat. By simmering ripe peeled tomatoes with a generous amount of sliced jalape&# 195;±os and salt, you create a vibrant condiment that bursts with flavor. The texture is chunky yet tender, making it ideal for stirring into soups, mixing with rice, or topping breakfast eggs. ItâÂÂs a pantry staple that adds an instant kick to any meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners, batch cooking, or preserving summer harvests, this recipe is simple, vegan, and incredibly versatile. Once you try making your own, youâÂÂll never go back to the store-bought version.
Rotel Tomatoes”
Description
This homemade Rotel-style tomato recipe captures the bold, zesty flavor of canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, but with fresh ingredients and customizable heat. By simmering ripe peeled tomatoes with a generous amount of sliced jalape&# 195;±os and salt, you create a vibrant condiment that bursts with flavor. The texture is chunky yet tender, making it ideal for stirring into soups, mixing with rice, or topping breakfast eggs. ItâÂÂs a pantry staple that adds an instant kick to any meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners, batch cooking, or preserving summer harvests, this recipe is simple, vegan, and incredibly versatile. Once you try making your own, youâÂÂll never go back to the store-bought version.Ingredients
Directions
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Place the chopped tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and salt in a large quart-sized saucepan.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
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Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until the mixture reduces to about 1 quart.
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Stir frequently during the last 10 minutes to prevent sticking.
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Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving or storing.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 753.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 9.9g16%
- Saturated Fat 1.8g9%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4935.0mg206%
- Total Carbohydrate 192.0g64%
- Dietary Fiber 75.0g300%
- Sugars 8.1g
- Protein 42.0g84%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Refrigerate in airtight containers for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze in 1-cup portions for easy use later.
Customizing Heat: Adjust the number of jalapeños to control the spiciness. Remove seeds and membranes for a milder flavor, or leave them in for extra heat.
Tips: Use ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. If using canned tomatoes, drain excess liquid before cooking.
