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• Pico de gallo is a fresh, uncooked Mexican condiment made with diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, serrano or jalapenos chile peppers, and lime juice. Avocados, cucumbers, and radishes are sometimes added as well.

  It is a vegetable based mixture, similar to salsa, relish, and chutney, and is used as a side dish or a main ingredient in tacos, fajitas, and burritos.

  Pico de gallo can be spicy or mild and is a quick and easy condiment to make at home.

• Fast Facts

  1. Means "rooster's beak' in Spanish
  2. In some regions of Mexico, Pico de Gallo also refers to a fruit salad seasoned with lime juice and a salty chile powder
  3. A common appetizer with tortilla chips
  4. Used as a relish with meats

• Pico de gallo in 10 minutes

• Ingredients

  1. 1/2 pounds plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped
  2. 3/4 cup chopped onion
  3. 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  4. 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  5. 3 tablespoons minced seeded jalapeño chilies (about 2 medium)
  6. 1 garlic clove, minced

• Preparation

  Mix all ingredients in medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover; chill. Makes about 3 cups)

  -Bon Appétit Magazine, July 2000

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