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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[@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.

[@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.

[@yoshanap]

You guys need to make a playlist dedicated to chef Saul

[@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

[@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

[@Stefan8u]

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

[@stormyweather9038]

Yeah he’s a culinary teacher !!

[@Chillm12]

This guy really needs his own dedicated KZbin channel

[@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

[@johrathbun]

"!Aye, güey!" 😂

[@EdgarGuevaraCodina]

That's gotta become a meme! 10:50

[@MrJoseAlejandro88]

He let out his inner paisa there 🤣

[@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!

[@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!

[@stianaslaksen5799]

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

[@Mad_Bullymong]

More of Saúl please!

[@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?

[@andrewbunch2394]

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

[@hannahpumpkins4359]

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

[@happyinthehouse9899]

I see Saul I go nom nom nom 😍😍😍

[@ashleys637]

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

[@RoGRSN]

Saúl soy tu fan!

[@w420beers]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@-Cinderman]

Many thanks, Chef Saúl! 😋

[@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.

[@syedrehanfida]

Thank you Chef Saul!

[@lukeewarner]

Love these videos with Chef Saul

[@ollerpops]

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

[@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! ❤

[@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.

[@jamesharwell9171]

Saulsaul needs his own show.

[@nathanielcole6470]

I love this mans energy and teaching style

[@garciazetter256]

Requesting a part two, three, etc.

[@gifflube2783]

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

[@bruschi8148]

Saul is awesome!!

[@KitchenKimberley]

Favorite chef…ever!! ❤

[@Keniv.]

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

[@cierra0brooke]

Thank you Chef Saul!

[@Euodia746]

So much love for this chef ❤️

[@sunnymoon8161]

You never fail to impress and entertain me Saul!

[@Xfact0r123]

I love this guy. He’s amazing.

[@saulgoldfarb]

I absolutely love his videos!

[@curatedworldcuisine]

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

[@ishratjahan9305]

Yes! Saul again ❤

[@473mishke]

Beautiful. Thank you.

[@MaggiMontiel]

We love Chef Saul ❤

[@lauratorres2832]

This looks so easy! Thank you for sharing!

[@kaminidandapani9047]

Saul is the best!

[@MeatBicycle8678]

SAÚL!!! Instant like and share.

[@19Silver67]

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

[@dad102]

You rock. Great style.

[@ruffinarector541]

Wow can’t wait to try

[@godbacchus]

ayyy me encantan!!!

[@Scriptadiaboly]

Madly appetising 😊

[@habequiddam]

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

[@gilpinsteven]

All 3 of those look amazing

[@maryschiff9580]

Thanks so much! Great ideas here. 😀

[@aaronbaron3155]

Love the pro tips sir..👏🏽

[@julienprevost5409]

This guy is perfect

[@StorytimewithSai]

Amazing ❤

[@Slovakianstallion]

Part 2 please!

[@ITyraxI]

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

[@dreamsinthree]

I want to try all of them!

[@Armadeus]

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

[@Marc-uy7hp]

I love this guy.

[@hectorcastellanos4510]

Muy bien cheff!

[@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

[@eVmedien]

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

[@jellyfishes-png]

saul, te quiero ♥️ you’re the best tio :)

[@JuanMorales-zy5vq]

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

[@kaseywoods111]

this bros amazing at his craft.

[@ZevierTradesFx]

I’ll sit back and enjoy with my salsa de árbol 🔥

[@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.

[@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. 😋

[@raina4732]

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

[@jocelynuribe1]

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

[@jackinirons66]

Saul is awesome he needs to do a long teach series.

[@olivergalleguez]

Mexican salsa yes

[@randomhank]

Con unas tripitas al disco

[@fcfdroid]

Salsa al-la chingatha is my favorite 😋

[@chefrobsen]

I see chef Saul, I click it!

[@edsiefker1301]

If a recipe calls for three jalapenos, use 6.

[@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!

[@elizabethscott8357]

TY Chef.. i didnt know about the type of lime to use

[@LesaBear612]

I wish I could give this 100 thumbs up.

[@DanielGarcia-ck9si]

I see Saul, I click

[@rgittens22]

Shot for every time the chef says spicy

[@blindjoshua_theblender]

That salsa morita looks great!

[@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 😂

[@crisrodriguez4676]

Ay BUEY!!! jajajajaja! That salsa was KICKING!

[@HeatherValentineMsFoodie]

MORE SAUL ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ladynikkie]

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

[@Poopoocachoo]

7:21 he's describing me perfectly

[@jwillisbarrie]

Thanks for adding actual captions for the Deaf

[@_Bosley]

I can find tomatillos everywhere in Toronto Canada. I'm genuinely surprised to hear you say they hard to find....

[@MichaelG1986]

¡Ay güey! The salsa morita looked great.

[@Majstor_Cile]

saksa is great

[@trsmith2442]

There's a restaurant in Albuquerque, Los Cuates, that serves a salsa morita and it is my favorite restaurant salsa by far.

[@amerson60]

So beautiful 😯