Authentic Mexican Salsa Roja Recipe

Ingredients:

10–12 dried chile de árbol

4 dried guajillo chiles (seeds removed)

5 medium tomatoes (roma preferred)

2 cloves garlic

1 small white onion

1/2 cup fresh cilantro (optional for brightness)

Salt to taste

1 tsp cumin (optional)

1 tbsp oil (for roasting or sautéing)

1/4 to 1/2 cup water (for consistency)