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Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Takes 35 minutes | Serves 6 |

A tangy, fresh salsa made from broiled tomatillos, perfect as a dip or accompaniment to Mexican dishes.

Ingredients

  • 680 g tomatillos
  • 120 ml white onion
  • 2 cloves garlic cloves
  • 120 ml cilantro leaves and stems
  • 15 ml fresh lime juice
  • 2 peppers jalapeƱo or serrano peppers
  • 1 to taste Salt

Steps

    Preheat the Broiler

    • Set the oven rack about 15 cm from the heating element.

    Prep the Tomatillos

    • Remove the papery husks from the tomatillos and rinse them well.
    • Cut the tomatillos in half and place them cut side down on a foil-lined baking sheet.
    • Add a few garlic cloves in their skins (if using). Place under the broiler for about 5-7 minutes to lightly blacken the skins of the tomatillos.

    Combine the Cooked Tomatillos and Seasonings

    • Place the cooked tomatillos, lime juice, onions, garlic (if using), cilantro, and chili peppers in a blender or food processor.
    • Pulse until all ingredients are finely chopped and mixed.

    Season and Serve

    • Season with salt to taste.
    • Cool, then refrigerate. Serve with chips or as a salsa accompaniment to Mexican dishes.

Nutritional Information

50 calories per serving