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pico de gallo
Also known as: Salsa, pico de gallo
A fresh Mexican salsa of chopped tomato, white onion, serrano chile, coriander, lime juice and salt.
About pico de gallo
Pico de Gallo, also called salsa mexicana, is a classic fresh Mexican salsa made without cooking. This profile follows an authentic six-ingredient version of ripe tomato, white onion, serrano chile, coriander, lime juice and salt.
Tomato provides juicy sweetness and acidity, sharpened by fresh lime and the clean heat of serrano chile. White onion adds crisp pungency, while coriander gives the salsa its bright herbal character.
The finished salsa is chunky, colourful and visibly fresh rather than smooth or saucy. Each small-cut ingredient keeps its texture, producing a crisp, juicy bite with a lively citrus finish.
Allergens in this recipe
Allergen details are not yet confirmed.
Ingredients vary by restaurant. Confirm your allergens with staff before ordering.
Ingredients in pico de gallo
Authentic Salsa Mexicana (Pico de Gallo).
- Ripe tomatoJuicy fresh base
- White onionCrisp pungent base
- Serrano pepperFresh chile heat
- Fresh corianderHerbal freshness
- Fresh lime juiceCitrus acidity
- SaltSeasoning
Ingredient details & uncertainties
Allergen information is incomplete. Unconfirmed details do not establish that an allergen is absent.
- Ripe tomato:
- White onion:
- Serrano pepper:
- Fresh coriander:
- Fresh lime juice:
- Salt:
Origins & food traditions
The selected Mexican cooking specialist presents pico de gallo as authentic salsa mexicana and fixes its familiar tomato, onion, chile, coriander and lime composition.
Countries
- Mexico
Cuisines & regions
- Mexican Cuisine