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Xni Pec Salsa Spicy Yucatecan Pico de Gallo That Packs a Punch
This one’s for when pico de gallo just isn’t loud enough. Xni Pec (pronounced shnee-peck) is a Yucatecan salsa that means “dog’s nose” in Mayan, because it’s spicy enough to make your nose run like a wet-nosed pup. I like to think of it as pico de gallo with the volume turned up. Like when the family gets together for a pachanga and someone brings the speakers. It’s loud, it’s bright, and it knows how to party. This version leans toward the tomato-heavy style I grew up seeing in taquerías, but still keeps that habanero heat front and center. Spoon it onto carnitas, cochinita, grilled meats, tacos, or just eat it with chips while wiping your forehead.
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