Scotch Bonnet Tomato Salsa

2 garlic cloves
1 lime, the peel cut away with a serrated knife
2 scallions, chopped coarse
1/2 Scotch bonnet chili 
(available at specialty produce markets) 
or 1 serrano chili, seeded 
(wear rubber gloves)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, or to taste
6 large plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander 

In a food processor chop fine the garlic, 
the lime, the scallions, and the chili, 
add the lime juice, the tomatoes, the oil, 
and the coriander, and purée the mixture.