This is a great base for pico de gallo however I have to agree with the other reviewers in that I would never add the black pepper white vinegar or veg. oil. It's just not necessary. I would also add the cilantro to taste along with a bit of cumin. This is supposed to be a very simple side dish. I let it rest for a few hours to the flavors blend together.
This is almost identical to my husband's recipe! The only thing he does differently is to add a little cumin and use red wine vinegar. It's super fresh tasting and a great addition to any Mexican foods. We've even topped baked tilapia with it.
This could be a 5 star if the amount of oil was decreased by about half as it was way too greasy for my taste. I also followed the other reviewer's advice and added red wine vinegar which was a good idea thank you. Overall it is a good recipe and I will try it again with less oil.
Oil? Vinegar? Black pepper? Why would anyone put that in Pico de Gallo or any other salsa? Otherwise fine.
Sorry Chef but as I was in the midst of making this and gave it a taste I realized the lime juice provided enough acid and there was no way I could add either the vinegar or the oil. I also had to cut back on the cilantro and only salted to taste. It was perfect.
Nice and fresh tasting... I used red wine vinegar instead of white less oil and cilantro and a touch of cumin. Easy to play around with the amounts of ingredients to suit your taste. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
This was very good and tasted like the Pico de Gallo we had in Mexico. I halved the recipe so I wouldn't have a "ton". I used red wine vinegar as others had suggested. My husband's only request is that next time I put in less cilantro (he is not a huge fan of cilantro). Update.... I have made this many times now and it always gets great reviews! I have given out the recipe a number of times. I usually try and let it sit overnight and I drain out the extra liquid right before serving! I love this recipe!!!
A few changes. I guess for personal taste. I like to use spanish white onion jalapeno and avocado in addition. Use fresh lime juice. And plenty of cilantro. Very yummy.
OMG! This is GREAT! Add a little cumin to it and be the winner. I up'd to 5 jalepenos. From TX so know about heat!
