Pico de Gallo

Best enjoyed fresh. Flavors meld and improve slightly over a day or two in the fridge, but it can become watery.

For a milder salsa, remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeños before dicing.

Let the pico de gallo sit for at least 15-30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Adjust the amount of jalapeño and cilantro to your personal taste.

A pinch of salt can really bring out the flavors.

Tacos

Burritos

Nachos

Quesadillas

Grilled meats and fish

Eggs

Chips

Using overly ripe or mushy tomatoes, which will make the salsa watery.

Dicing the ingredients too large or too small – aim for a relatively uniform, bite-sized dice.

Forgetting the lime juice, which is crucial for brightness and balancing the flavors.

Overmixing, which can bruise the cilantro and tomatoes.