chicken tacos + salsa fresca

INGREDIENTS

• 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs
• 1 large white onion, peeled and quartered
• 5 cloves garlic, peeled and lightly crushed
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 ancho or other mild dried chili, optional
• Salt and pepper to taste.
• 2 large fresh ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 large white onion, peeled and minced
• 1/4 teaspoon minced raw garlic, or to taste
• 1 habanero or jalapeño pepper, stemmed, seeded and minced, or to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice or 1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
• Salt and freshly ground pepper.