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Pico de Gallo

A fresh and spicy salad of chopped vegetables, traditionally served in a molcajete and accompanied by crispy pork rinds.

15 min Mexicana 2 servings
Pico de Gallo

The story behind

This is the ultimate Mexican snack, the dish stands out for its freshness and color, served in a black volcanic stone molcajete on a rustic wooden base. The combination of red tomato, white onion, and green chili creates a vibrant contrast that perfectly complements the golden and crunchy texture of the pork rinds.

Instructions

  1. 1
    Finely dice the tomatoes, onion, and serrano peppers.
  2. 2
    Mix the vegetables in a bowl or, for an authentic presentation, directly in a molcajete.
  3. 3
    Add the lime juice and season with salt to taste.
  4. 4
    If desired, add chopped fresh cilantro.
  5. 5
    Serve immediately with large pieces of crispy pork rinds to use for scooping.

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