Green tomatillo sauce is a delectable and versatile Mexican condiment made with unripe tomatillos, adding a unique zest to any dish. Its vibrant green color and tangy flavor make it an ideal accompaniment for a variety of tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and other Mexican-inspired delicacies. Derived from the Nahuatl word "tomatl," meaning "plump," tomatillos bring a burst of sourness, while the addition of aromatic ingredients like cilantro and serrano chilies adds layers of flavor and complexity. This tangy, slightly tart sauce can be easily prepared at home with fresh ingredients, giving you complete control over its taste and texture. Let's dive into the world of green tomatillo sauce and discover how to make this flavorful condiment from scratch.
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CANNED GREEN TOMATILLO SAUCE
Tomatillos grow easily in my garden. Every year I have an abundance, so I have started canning them. I use the sauce for chile verde and enchiladas. This will make about 10 to 12 pint-sized jars.
Provided by Karen B
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 13h40m
Yield 160
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Blend tomatillos, poblano peppers, jalapeno peppers, onion, chicken broth, and garlic in a food processor or an electric blender in batches.
- Pour blended mixture into a large stockpot and add cilantro, lime juice, oregano, and seasoned salt. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, inspect 10 to 12 pint-sized jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until blended mixture is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
- Pack sauce into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a clean knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars to remove any air bubbles. Wipe rims with a moist paper towel to remove any residue. Top with lids and screw rings on tightly.
- Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars 2 inches apart into the boiling water using a holder. Pour in more boiling water to cover jars by at least 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, cover, and process for 25 minutes.
- Remove the jars from the stockpot and let rest, several inches apart, for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid with a finger to ensure the lid does not move up or down. Remove the rings for storage and store in a cool, dark area.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 8.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 33 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
GREEN CHILE-TOMATILLO SAUCE
Provided by Food Network
Categories condiment
Time 1h55m
Yield about 8 cups
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Place the poblano halves on a baking sheet and roast until they begin to shrivel, about 20 minutes. Transfer the roasted poblanos to a food processor and puree until smooth.
- Heat the butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, reduce the heat to medium, and cook, stirring often, until the onion is soft and golden, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer the onion to a plate and set aside to cool.
- Bring a medium saucepan of water to a simmer. Add the tomatillos and blanch them until they turn vibrant in color and the center of the largest one is easily pierced with a fork, about 5 minutes. Drain the tomatillos in a fine-mesh sieve then run them under cold water to cool. Transfer the blanched tomatillos to the food processor bowl with the poblano puree, add the cooled onion, pears, green chiles, cilantro, and white pepper and process until smooth.
- Bring the vegetable broth to a simmer in a saucepan. Add the poblano-tomatillo puree, cream and sour cream and reduce the heat to medium-low. Gently simmer the sauce, stirring often, until light and creamy, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Use an immersion blender to blend until smooth (or blend the sauce in batches using a standard blender). The sauce can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 4 months.
GREEN TOMATILLO SAUCE
Make and share this Green Tomatillo Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by acid.
Categories Sauces
Time 30m
Yield 2 cups sauce
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Soak the tomatillos in a bowl of cold water to loosen the husks.
- Drain and peel off the husks.
- Place the tomatillos and garlic in a saucepan with enough water to cover.
- Bring to a boil and cook until the tomatillos are soft, about 10 minutes.
- Transfer the garlic and tomatillos to a blender and puree.
- Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the pureed tomatillos and the onion and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer, and simmer about 10 minutes.
SALSA VERDE - GREEN TOMATILLO SAUCE FOR ENCHILADAS
Make and share this Salsa Verde - Green Tomatillo Sauce for Enchiladas recipe from Food.com.
Provided by papergoddess
Categories Sauces
Time 20m
Yield 2 1/2 Cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oil in saucepan and stir in onion and almonds.
- Cook until onion is soft and almonds and lightly browned.
- Simmer tomatillos in chicken broth until soft if using fresh ones. Drain canned tomatillos.
- Whirl tomatillos with liquid in blender or food processor until fairly smooth Add to onions; stir in cilantro and chilis.
- Add chicken broth and simmer rapidly, until reduced to 2 1/2 cups
CHEESE ENCHILADAS W/ TOMATILLO/GREEN CHILI SAUCE
Make and share this Cheese Enchiladas w/ Tomatillo/Green Chili Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sue Freeman
Categories Cheese
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring first 4 ingredients to boil in large skillet.
- Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tomatillos are soft, about 15 minutes.
- Transfer mixture to blender; add 2 cups onions, green chilies, and spinach; puree.
- Season sauce with salt and pepper.
- Return sauce to skillet.
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Lightly oil 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.
- Heat about 1/4 inch deep vegetable oil in a second skillet and fry 1 tortilla briefly, remove to a paper towel to drain and then coat with sauce.
- Place coated tortilla on plate.
- Top with 2 tablespoons cheese, 1 tablespoon remaining onions, and 1 tablespoon sauce.
- Roll up tortilla.
- Place seam side down in prepared dish.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas, sauce, cheese, and onions.
- Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas.
- Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Bake until cheese melts and the edges of the enchiladas begin to brown, about 15 minutes.
GREEN ONION TOMATILLO CREAM SAUCE WITH CHICKEN - PASTA - POTATO
I love to cook with tomatillos! They have a unique sharp citrus flavor similiar to a lime. I can tame it down with sugar or heighten the flavor with lime zest. This recipe is low cost and can feed many. I love it with bow tie pasta. All the minced pieces in the sauce stick to the bow ties. I had to feed 8 on a moments notice and I grabbed these ingredients....it worked! Serve with fruit. This could easily be adapted for vegetarian meal without the chicken. If you half the recipe cut the onions,tomatillo and chicken in half, nothing else. Leave the liquid and spices as is.
Provided by Montana Heart Song
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 28m
Yield 8 , 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Put all of the sauce ingredients in a medium sauce pan. Set aside.
- Put all broth ingredients in a medium pan with lid. Bring to a boil and turn down to simmer, cover and cook about 15 minutes. Add a little more water to the broth ingredients to insure there is 1 1/2 cups after cooking.
- Save broth, dice chicken off bone, throw away the skin.
- Measure 1 cup broth and put broth and diced chicken with sauce ingredients.
- Bring sauce to a simmer.Cook for about 5 -6 minutes. Taste.
- Add more sugar or salt and pepper if desired.
- In a small cup add cornstarch and little water to dissolve, mix.
- Add to simmering sauce. Stir until thickened.
- Pour over drained pasta or serve as a gravy with potatoes or rice.
- Toss to mix.
Tips:
- Choose The Right Tomatillos: For the best flavor, select firm, bright green tomatillos with no blemishes.
- Roast Your Tomatillos: Roasting the tomatillos deepens their flavor and gives the sauce a slightly smoky taste.
- Don't Overcook: Simmer the sauce gently over low heat until the flavors meld, but be careful not to overcook or the sauce may lose its vibrant green color.
- Add Some Heat: If you like spicy sauce, add some chopped jalapeño or serrano peppers to the mix.
- Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh cilantro and oregano add a bright, herbaceous flavor to the sauce.
Conclusion:
Green tomatillo sauce is a versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's perfect for tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and other Mexican-inspired recipes. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for chips or vegetables. With its tangy, slightly smoky flavor, green tomatillo sauce is sure to add a delicious touch to any meal. So next time you're looking for a new sauce to try, give green tomatillo sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!
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