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Spicy Persimmon Salsa
This simple, sweet and spicy salsa is perfect for chips, grilled fish or ham. It is a beautiful condiment for your holiday buffet.
Ingredients
- 4 small or 3 medium-size firm but ripe Fuyu persimmons cut into 1/4-inch cubes (about 1 2/3 cups)
- 3 tablespoons minced red onion
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
- 2 teaspoons minced seeded jalapeño more if you like it spicy
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh mint
- 2 teaspoons minced peeled fresh ginger
Instructions
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Mix persimmons, onion, lime juice, basil, jalapeño, mint, and ginger in small bowl. Season salsa to taste with salt and pepper. (Salsa can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.)
Recipe Notes
Yields about 1 1/2 cup salsa.