Best 7 Serrano Tomatillo Vinaigrette Recipes

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Serrano tomatillo vinaigrette is a unique and exciting flavor combination that adds zip to your favorite dishes. This bright and tangy dressing features the heat of serrano peppers, the sweetness of tomatillos, and the acidity of lime juice, resulting in a well-balanced dressing that complements everything from grilled meats and fish to salads, tacos, and dips. It's incredibly versatile and easy to make, so you'll find yourself reaching for it again and again.

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TOMATILLO SALSA WITH SERRANOS



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This is a spicy yet balanced salsa for green sauce lovers.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Cinco de Mayo     Tomatillo     Cilantro     Chile Pepper     Sauce Secrets

Yield Makes 2 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound tomatillos, husked and rinsed
3 garlic cloves
1 to 2 serrano chiles (depending on heat), stemmed and seeded
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon (or more) kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 (packed) tablespoons cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons roughly chopped yellow onion, rinsed in cool water, drained

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and cook tomatillos 6 minutes. Add garlic and cook with tomatillos for 2 minutes more. Drain and rinse with cool water.
  • Add tomatillos, garlic, chiles, lime, oil, salt, cumin, and cayenne to a blender or the bowl of a food processor and process until combined but slightly chunky. Add cilantro and onion and lightly pulse to combine. Texture should remain slightly chunky. Season with salt if necessary.
  • Do Ahead
  • Salsa can be made 5 days ahead. Chill in a resealable container.

SERRANO VINAIGRETTE



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Drizzle this sweet, spicy vinaigrette over our Pork Tenderloin with Molasses Glaze and Couscous.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 serrano or jalapeno peppers, seeded and deveined
6 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
9 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Mince the serrano peppers. Combine half of the minced pepper, vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper in a blender. Process until serrano pepper has been fully blended. With machine running, add olive oil until combined and mixture is thick. Use the remaining minced serrano pepper as a garnish.

SAUTEED TOMATILLOS WITH SUNNY'S CILANTRO VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Time 17m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound tomatillos
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Sunny's Cilantro Vinaigrette, recipe follows
2 teaspoons honey Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 scallions, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Remove the outer dry husks of the tomatillos to reveal the bright green skin. Rinse in slightly warm water to remove the sticky film covering them. Chop into bite-size chunks.
  • In a saute pan over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. When the oil begins to swirl, add the chopped tomatillos in a single layer. Cook until the bottom edges become golden, flip, then repeat process a few times until most of the tomatillos reveal a golden brown side, about 3 minutes between tosses. Remove with a slotted spatula to a plate or bowl and season with salt and pepper. Toss in or drizzle over Sunny's Cilantro Vinaigrette.
  • Blend all the ingredients in a mini food processor or blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

SERRANO TOMATILLO VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Salad     Vegetable     Quick & Easy     Vegan

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 fresh tomatillos, husked, rinced and diced
1/3 cup jicama, diced
1 1/2 TBL red bell pepper diced
1 1/2 TBL yellow bell pepper, diced
1/2 mango, peeled and diced
1 serano chili, seeded and finely diced
1/3 cup peanut oil
2 TBL extra virgin olive oil
2 TBL red wine vinegar
1 1/2 TBL balsamic vinegar
1 TBL fresh lime juice
1 TBL fresh lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 - 2 TBL fresh cilantro, chopped
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Combine tomatillo's, jicama, peppers, mango, and chili. Toss to mix. In a small bowl, combing the liquids, garlic and cilantro. Whisk to blend well. Pour dressing over vegetables and stir lightly. Salt to taste

TOMATILLO GUACAMOLE



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Not only does this dip have a kick, it's vibrant color will allure any adventurous taste buds. The first time I served this dip, it was gone in the 15 minutes.

Provided by TCOOPER

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Guacamole Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 avocados - peeled, pitted, and mashed
3 tomatillos, husked and chopped
1 red onion, finely chopped
3 roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 drops hot pepper sauce
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix avocados, tomatillos, red onion, roma tomatoes, and lime juice. Season with red pepper flakes, hot pepper sauce, and salt and pepper. Cover, and refrigerate at least 45 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.5 g, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 10.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

ROASTED TOMATILLO SERRANO SALSA



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This salsa is great with a great big bowl of warm tortilla chips! You can also use it on anything that you would normally use red salsa on. I love tomatillo salsa. Yum!

Provided by ChipotleChick

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 tomatillos
6 fresh serrano chilies
2 cloves peeled garlic
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Remobe husks from tomatillos and rinse.
  • Place them on a baking sheet, on top rack under broiler.
  • Broil about 4 minutes on one side, unrit blackened and soft, then turn and roast other side.
  • Let cool on sheet.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat, and chiles and garlic.
  • Roast chiles 5 to 10 minutes, until blackened and soft, turning occasionally.
  • Roast garlic about 15 minutes.
  • Remove and let cool, then pull stems from chiles, and peel garlic.
  • Put tomatillos, garlic, and chiles in a food processor and coarse-blend.
  • Transfer to a bowl and add 1/4 cup of water to bring to"salsa consistency.
  • "Stir in onion, cilantro, salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.7, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 584.6, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 5.5, Protein 1.3

MEXICAN SPICY TOMATILLO SAUCE



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Authentic spicy Mexican tomatillo sauce. Perfect on tacos, tostadas, and burritos.

Provided by cynthia

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
2 serrano peppers
½ medium white onion, quartered
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 small avocado, pitted and peeled
1 clove garlic, peeled
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place tomatillos and serrano peppers into a medium pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat, drain, and let cool, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Place cooled tomatillos and serrano peppers, onion, sour cream, cilantro, avocado, garlic, salt, and pepper into an electric blender and puree until almost liquid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 27.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 11.9 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and flavorful tomatoes and tomatillos. This will ensure the best flavor for your vinaigrette.
  • Roast the tomatoes and tomatillos before blending them. This will concentrate their flavor and give the vinaigrette a smoky, roasted flavor.
  • Use a high-quality olive oil. This will also help to give the vinaigrette a rich, flavorful taste.
  • Add some fresh herbs, such as cilantro or basil, to the vinaigrette. This will brighten up the flavor and add a pop of freshness.
  • Season the vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper. You may also want to add a squeeze of lime juice or a touch of honey, depending on your personal preference.
  • Use the vinaigrette immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. It will keep well in an airtight container.

Conclusion:

Serrano tomatillo vinaigrette is a versatile and flavorful dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It is perfect for salads, grilled meats, fish, or roasted vegetables. It is also a great way to add a pop of flavor to tacos, burritos, or sandwiches. With its smoky, roasted flavor and bright, tangy taste, serrano tomatillo vinaigrette is sure to become a favorite dressing in your kitchen.

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