Sweet & Spicy Salsa

Three ingredients, one bowl, and you have a fresh salsa that hits sweet and spicy at the same time. The clever shortcut is hot-and-sweet jalapenos, which pack both the heat and the sugar into a single jar, so there is no separate sweetener or chili to fuss with.

Meaty roma tomatoes are the right choice here. They have less juice and more flesh than other tomatoes, which keeps the salsa chunky and scoopable instead of watery. Scallions add a mild, fresh onion bite.

Dice everything to a similar size, stir it together, and let it sit a few minutes so the flavors mingle. Adjust the heat by adding more or fewer jalapenos, or a splash of their brine. Then grab the tortilla chips.

Variations

• Add chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a brighter, more classic salsa.
• Stir in diced mango or pineapple to push the sweet side further.
• Add a pinch of cumin and a clove of minced garlic for more depth.