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    Chismol

    A traditional Honduran dish — chismol is the fresh tomato-onion-culantro salsa that brightens nearly every Honduran meal, from carne asada to baleadas to fried fish.

    ⏱ 15 minPrep time
    🔥 0 minCook time
    🍽 6Servings
    🏷 Honduran KitchenCategory
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    Chismol

    A traditional Honduran dish — chismol is the fresh tomato-onion-culantro salsa that brightens nearly every Honduran meal, from carne asada to baleadas to fried fish. Bright, crunchy, and lime-sharp, it is less a side dish and more a national condiment, made fresh at every table throughout the day.

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    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Dice the tomatoes, onion, and bell pepper into small, even pieces
    2. Combine them in a bowl with the culantro and the minced chile, if using
    3. Season with the lime juice, salt, and pepper, and toss well
    4. Let it rest for ten minutes so the flavors meld, then taste and adjust the salt or lime
    5. Serve alongside grilled meats, fried fish, baleadas, or tajadas, or spoon it straight onto tortillas

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    Chismol is best eaten within a few hours of making, while the vegetables are still crunchy. Cucumber or cabbage can be added for extra texture, and a splash of vinegar makes it last longer.

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    Recipe details

    Prep15 min
    Cook0 min
    Servings6
    CategoryHonduran Kitchen
    PublishedAugust 17, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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