Recipe

Pico de Gallo

A simple, fresh pico de gallo that doubles as a California-style BBQ condiment. Perfect alongside grilled tri-tip or carne asada — no traditional BBQ sauce needed.

By Luis Ramirez

Prep

15 min

Cook

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Total

15 min

Difficulty

Beginner

Yield

About 2 cups

Method

Direct Grilling

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What You Need

Ingredients

Pico de Gallo

  • 2 large tomatoes, diced
  • 2 medium onions, diced
  • 2 jalapeños, stems, seeds, and pith removed, then minced
  • 2 limes, juiced (no limes? Use 1 lemon)
  • 1 bunch of cilantro, finely chopped or shredded by hand
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Step by Step

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix and Serve

    Combine the diced tomatoes, onions, minced jalapeños, lime juice, and cilantro in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well and serve alongside grilled meats.

Pro Tips

  • Substitute chiles serranos for the jalapeños if you want more heat
  • Use any onion you have on hand — white, red, or yellow all work
  • Try adding crushed garlic for extra flavor
  • Best served fresh, but holds up in the fridge overnight
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