mexican recipes

Apple Salsa


ethnic, salsa

4.00 tart apples (gala, granny smith, or
1.00 medium red onion(s) cut in to 1/4 dice
1.00 medium red bell pepper cut into 1/4 dice
1.00 medium jalape¤o chile, minced seeded for a
0.33 cup dried currants (2oz)
1.00 tablespoon cilantro, finely chopped
2.00 teaspoon orange zest, finely grated
0.75 cup orange juice
2.00 tablespoon dijon mustard
1.00 tablespoon ground cumin
0.50 cup canola oil
1.00 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1.00 salt

1. In a large bowl, combine the apples, onion, bell pepper, jalape¤o, currants, cilantro and orange zest. 2. In a food processor or blender, combine the orange juice, mustard, and cumin. Process until smooth. With the machine on, gradually add the canola oil, then the sesame oil, in a very thin stream; the dressing will thicken. Pour the dressing over the apple mixture. Toss gently to combine. Season to taste with salt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 and up to 4 hours before serving.