The Best Salsa You'll Ever Make | Epicurious 101

In this edition of Epicurious 101, professional chef Saúl Montiel demonstrates how to make three classic Mexican salsas-salsa fresca, salsa martajada, and salsa morita.
Director: Parisa Kosari
Director of Photography: Ben Dewey
Editor: JC Scruggs
Featuring: Saul Montiel
Director of Culinary Production: Kelly Janke
Creative Producer: Parisa Kosari
Culinary Producer: Mallary Santucci
Culinary Associate Producer: Jackie Park
Line Producer: Joseph Buscemi
Associate Producer: Oadhan Lynch; Sahara Pagan
Production Manager: Janine Dispense
Production Coordinator: Fernando Davila
Camera Operator: Aaron Snell
Sound Recordist: Michael Guggino
Culinary Researcher: Vivian Jao
Post Production Supervisor: Andrea Farr
Post Production Coordinator: Scout Alter
Supervising Editor: Eduardo Araujo
Assistant Editor: Fynn Lithgow
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[@eosborne6495]

It shouldn’t be legal for one person to be so talented and humble and charming.

[@VernonDani]

thats why he’s illegal 😂😂

[@naomiarram5187]

And funny!!

[@robinr5337]

You forgot handsome.

[@essiebessie661]

@@VernonDanihe is a legal permanent resident and has a wonderful story.

[@yoshanap]

You guys need to make a playlist dedicated to chef Saul

[@essiebessie661]

Absolutely!

[@Mervin-Bunter]

Why tf doesn't Chef Saúl have his own TV show at this point

[@cantinarooftop]

That’s what I’m saying!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@MarifheerGZ]

He has a KZbin chanel, but it looks like he’s not active there

[@Ashleyjohnson397]

Maybe he has a current contract preventing it. He is awesome

[@TheLadyBlerd]

Ong... please tell us you'll kindly ask Chef to do a part two. Here said there are soo many salsas and I kinda only trust Chef Saul.

[@patrickwalker6698]

Get the likes up on this comment. I'm positive Epicurious would want more content. When I see Chef Saul, I click.

[@kevinanderson5095]

One of the other salsas is a dance so if you want to see Chef Saúl dance, just ask.

[@FortunePayback]

Agreed! I'd love to see some specifically using a molcajete too!

[@Bojoschannel]

90% of salsas here consist of the same things in different proportions: tomatoes and/or tomatillos, onion, garlic, dry and/or fresh chilis, cilantro and salt. Lime, avocado, vinegar and spices are present to a lesser degree, but if you want to create your own salsa or just try new ones just play with the first 7 ingredients around, you'll be surprised at how easy and delicious it is

[@sergiokieri3137]

@@Bojoschannelthat’s true, it is all really similar but there is more to try. First there are more dried chilies, ancho is probably my favorite as it is very fruity and smoky. Next is the chipotle which is dried jalapeños, chipotle is easily the smokiest and most pronounced. Jalapeños are funny as they are very different dried, fresh and pickled, buy a can of Mexican pickled jalapeños and enjoy the sweet heat. Third favorite is the pasilla, this is the sweetest chile and has very little heat, you can use this as backup to add dimension to other chiles or on its own. The other thing is process. Chef here talked about molcajete but didn’t show it. Crushing a salsa slowly not pureeing it adds to the mouthfeel. Also you can strain a pure to make it smoother or emulsify an oil into it to whip it up. Roast the tomatoes on dry heat for much longer, tomatoes are hearty and are hard to ruin, I make a salsa where I roast them for 40 minutes on a dry heat until they almost stew and it’s delicious. Same is true for tomatillos, fry them in oil, blanch them, use them raw, fire roast them, all adds subtle differences.

[@Stefan8u]

He's one of the only Chefs that explains his choices rather than assuming you know. Excellent job!

[@SusanAfter60]

I adore Chef Saúl! When I see his name or sweet face, I ALWAYS click on the video and watch it (two or three times). He is the best!

[@ricetotherescue]

Same here. Pretty sure I already know how to make the salsas too but I dont care, Saúl is the best ❤

[@ArielK1987]

I hope Chef Saúl can make a true way of cooking Barbicoa or a Al Pastor in his next video for Epicurious 101. That would be greatly appreciated.

[@scottjames3673]

*barbacoa

[@Memento_Mori]

Some CC issues I noticed 4:53 the [Indistinct] caption is "Mise en Place." 6:32 [Speaks in foreign language] is "Molcajete, a mortar and pestle." He's describing the tools he would normally use in place of the food processor. 7:11 "Brine" should be bright, he's talking about brightening the vegetables by adding acids. There are a couple other times, but at 7:39 the two instances of "crunch" should be crush. 11:06 [Speaks in foreign language] is Sancochar, it means to parboil/cook in Spanish. I love this guy, a couple of little specifics can get lost in CC translation so I hope this helps anyone wondering.

[@Pixiee_Stardust]

Thanks!

[@Nice-sm5hr]

Ey you did a great thing here homie

[@javier.ignacioo]

I was just going to try to say this but you did it perfectly, thanks!

[@My3LittleBirds]

The cc is AI generated by KZbin. You’ll notice it’s not great with accents either. Crush instead of crunch or [indistinct] when it can’t come up with a word. It’s kind of frustrating. I’ve been noticing it with some of the movie streaming services too. One that drives me nuts is that AI captions screaming as [🎵🎵🎵🎵🎵].

[@MattM-24]

​@@My3LittleBirds these captions were written by a human. KZbin denotes when they're generated and these weren't

[@Chillm12]

This guy really needs his own dedicated KZbin channel

[@lyndseyanderson7409]

Honestly, I felt like this video was edited more than his previous. But he shines best when his commentary goes uncut! Let us hear everything he has to say!! I didn't hear as many Saul-isms in this episode!!

[@Spankwizard]

Yeah, let 'im cook!

[@johrathbun]

"!Aye, güey!" 😂

[@EdgarGuevaraCodina]

That's gotta become a meme! 10:50

[@MrJoseAlejandro88]

He let out his inner paisa there 🤣

[@girlygirl2969]

Chef Saul!!! I wish I could come to your restaurant. You rock.

[@Lalscell90]

This is just the surface of the salsa iceberg. I need more videos just on salsa!

[@w420beers]

I wish yall would post the recipes like MOST cooking channels!!!!!

[@LitschiLimes]

Ever since trying out his Nachos recipe I know his salsas are going to be fire! Can't wait to try these!!

[@Alamgadeed1]

Where is his nachos recipe?

[@randalthor20001]

I really appreciate that you don't just explain what you are doing. But you also explain your reasoning behind why you are doing each step.

[@stianaslaksen5799]

chef Saúl, teach me more Mexican food! I love this series.

[@Mad_Bullymong]

More of Saúl please!

[@ashleys637]

¡Chef Saúl es lo mejor! Necesitamos más recetas para la salsas de México de él.

[@RomantiCynic]

I love not just the recipes but the casual way Chef Saúl tosses of nuggets of valuable information!

[@josereyna8885]

I always enjoy Chef Montiel’s authentic and creative instructions for cooking. All his videos are informative, even for those that have spent years in a kitchen. I look forward to more instructional videos. Please do molé, birria, nopales, gorditas, and other “comidas tipicas. Gracias, Chef!

[@jamesharwell9171]

Saulsaul needs his own show.

[@andrewbunch2394]

I love how different those three salsas are! Thank you!

[@heresy_fnord]

Saul was one of the best new chefs after the 'flu'. It sucks to see the Conde Nat/Bon Appetit crew molding him into their typical showpiece. Saul, you're dope.

[@gifflube2783]

Saul carries this channel like Andre the sommelier does for bon appetite

[@RoGRSN]

Saúl soy tu fan!

[@happyinthehouse9899]

I see Saul I go nom nom nom 😍😍😍

[@Hortonscakes]

Love you Chef Saul! I make my salsa like the last one, but now you make me want to get a ton of avocados to try the other 2! Muchas Gracias mijo! ❤

[@lukeewarner]

Love these videos with Chef Saul

[@hannahpumpkins4359]

More salsa recipes please!!!!! This chef is awesome!

[@cathyboyd5545]

Thank you thank you thank you! This demonstration on how to make salsa is great! And I love how exact you are and informative you are in your videos. Thank you again.

[@syedrehanfida]

Thank you Chef Saul!

[@SeansMusicVault]

Many thanks, Chef Saúl! 😋

[@ollerpops]

The addition of avocado looks amazing! Your recipes are amazing!

[@MeatBicycle8678]

SAÚL!!! Instant like and share.

[@CenterTenor10]

I just tried the Salsa Fresca recipe for the family, and THANK YOU! What a great recipe, and so expertly explained! I love it!

[@animal9432]

Great lesson, gracias Chef Motiel!

[@Xfact0r123]

I love this guy. He’s amazing.

[@Armadeus]

to captions person: that's "mise en place", "molcajete", and "sancochar"

[@Keniv.]

Chef Saul has a great sense of humor and an excellent chef. I am so happy I saw this video.

[@Euodia746]

So much love for this chef ❤️

[@saulgoldfarb]

I absolutely love his videos!

[@rgittens22]

Shot for every time the chef says spicy

[@19Silver67]

I'm so happy I came across your videos. I learn so much!!

[@Vagabond343]

Because I'm completely immature 1:32 😂

[@jadie1272]

😂😂

[@cierra0brooke]

Thank you Chef Saul!

[@M3T4LLik4]

Thank you for sharing chef!

[@bruschi8148]

Saul is awesome!!

[@lauratorres2832]

This looks so easy! Thank you for sharing!

[@kaminidandapani9047]

Saul is the best!

[@ruffinarector541]

Wow can’t wait to try

[@curatedworldcuisine]

Love this!! Can't wait to try them all!

[@nathanielcole6470]

I love this mans energy and teaching style

[@diannaing1]

Yes, please ask Chef for more of his salsa recipes!

[@PaoriLePresident]

6:36 "just one... two... three.. ok, one more" (cuts to doing it 12 more times) "now here we go, just like this!!" :P

[@sunnymoon8161]

You never fail to impress and entertain me Saul!

[@eamditis]

We love Chef Saul! More videos, please!

[@jocelynuribe1]

Only clicked on the video because it’s Chef Saul!! lol he is so knowledgeable and funny at the same time 😆

[@473mishke]

Beautiful. Thank you.

[@gilpinsteven]

All 3 of those look amazing

[@Scriptadiaboly]

Madly appetising 😊

[@weaponizedcuriousity]

Muchos gracias Senor!

[@garciazetter256]

Requesting a part two, three, etc.

[@MaggiMontiel]

We love Chef Saul ❤

[@irenecm9309]

That comment he made about the salsa tasting better and not as spicy the next day is so true! That’s why el recalentado always slaps 😂

[@dad102]

You rock. Great style.

[@habequiddam]

MORE PLEASE! Show us the rest of the salsas. Great job, chef!

[@ishratjahan9305]

Yes! Saul again ❤

[@bradykubley8461]

I love your videos, one of my all time favorite cooking channels. I'd eat anything you'd recommend.

[@KitchenKimberley]

Favorite chef…ever!! ❤

[@maryschiff9580]

Thanks so much! Great ideas here. 😀

[@_Toxicity]

I think Chef Saul's blood type Avocado.

[@dreamsinthree]

I want to try all of them!

[@Marc-uy7hp]

I love this guy.

[@treehuggingbuddhist]

The best salsa fresca I ever had was at Ciro’s restaurant in East Los Angeles…fresh tomatillo, onion, pepper and chunks of avocado. 😋

[@horsehelp4you]

Holy moly my mouth is watering 🤤

[@JuanMorales-zy5vq]

I love your food amigo Mexicano 😋😋😋👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻viva la comida Mexicana 👌🏻👍🏻😋

[@ITyraxI]

He's done the first salsa before and I've tried it, it's phenomenal

[@julienprevost5409]

This guy is perfect

[@ladynikkie]

Does he ha a YY channel? If not please chef make one

[@LesaBear612]

I wish I could give this 100 thumbs up.

[@lcomfort8683]

I'm salivating!

[@matthewcausey9908]

This chef is great

[@DanielGarcia-ck9si]

I see Saul, I click

[@HausOfLuevano]

My mouth is watering

[@raina4732]

I just made the first one, it’s so tasty!! Thank you!! 🌶️🥑🍅

[@grodelreal]

I use two handfuls of chiles the arbor with about 6 roma tomatoes when making my salsas. Everyone loves it but it's so spicy they can't have too much. it's perfect for me.

[@godbacchus]

ayyy me encantan!!!

[@chriseggroll]

There's a place near me that does a salsa bar sometimes and it's amazing all the different flavors. I definitely want to try these!

[@aaronbaron3155]

Love the pro tips sir..👏🏽

[@Slovakianstallion]

Part 2 please!

[@StorytimewithSai]

Amazing ❤

[@hectorcastellanos4510]

Muy bien cheff!

[@blindjoshua_theblender]

That salsa morita looks great!

[@bartley3742]

This guy should dethrone every fake TV chef. I'd watch him all day.

[@eVmedien]

Thank you comrade, for the best salsas in the world...

[@kaseywoods111]

this bros amazing at his craft.

[@MichaelG1986]

¡Ay güey! The salsa morita looked great.

[@theyayo]

Ay weyyy!!!! Hahahahahaha

[@jackd7494]

Great video.