Homemade Rotel Style Tomatoes
Preserve the freshness of your garden to use throughout the year in your favorite recipes. Try using spicier peppers if your like the extra heat. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby or stop by your local farmer's market.
Ingredients
- 6 large tomatoes*
- 1-2 jalapeños* 1 for medium, 2 for hot
- 2-3 green pepper* anaheim, poblano, hatch, or whatever your preference
- 1 onion*
- 1 tbsp herbs* oregano, or cilantro. Can substitute 1 tsp dried oregano.
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp lemon juice or lime juice
Instructions
- Remove the stems and seeds from peppers. (If you like extra spice you can leave the seeds in the jalapeño or all the peppers). Dice and set aside. Chop tomatoes and onions.
- Place tomatoes, onions, and peppers in a large sauce pan. Add salt and herbs. Heat over medium-high heat until mixture simmers. Simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust heat as needed to keep the pan at a simmer.
- Once done, remove from heat and let cool. Transfer to a glass or plastic container and add lemon juice.
- Store in fridge for 1 week or freezer for 6 months.
Notes
Makes about 3 cups
Food Styling and Photography by Sierra Buchholz
Nutrition
Calories: 98kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 798mgPotassium: 1074mgFiber: 6gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 3406IUVitamin C: 124mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 1mg
