Best 5 Super Quick Salsa Verde Tomatillo Salsa Recipes

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Salsa verde tomatillo salsa is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used to top tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and other Mexican dishes. It is also a great dip for chips or vegetables. The best part about salsa verde is that it is super quick and easy to make. With just a few ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can have a delicious and fresh salsa that will add flavor to any dish.

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SALSA VERDE: GREEN TOMATILLO SALSA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 25m

Yield about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces (5 to 6 medium) tomatillos, husked and rinsed
Fresh hot green chiles, to taste (roughly 2 serranos or 1 jalapeno), stemmed
5 or 6 sprigs fresh cilantro (thick stems removed), roughly chopped
Scant 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
Salt

Steps:

  • Whether you choose the verdant, slushy, herby freshness of the all-raw tomatillo salsa or the oil-colored, voluptuous, sweet-sour richness of the roasted version, tomatillos are about brightening tang. The buzz of the fresh hot green chile adds thrill, all of which adds up to a condiment most of us simply don't want to live without.
  • For the All-Raw version: Roughly chop the tomatillos and the chiles. In a blender or food processor, combine the tomatillos, chiles, cilantro and 1/4 cup water. Process to a coarse puree, then scrape into a serving dish. Rinse the onion under cold water, then shake to remove excess moisture. Stir into the salsa and season with salt, usually a generous 1/4 teaspoon.
  • For the Roasted version:
  • Preheat a broiler.
  • Roast the tomatillos and chiles on a baking sheet 4 inches below a very hot broiler until darkly roasted, even blackened in spots, about 5 minutes. Flip them over and roast the other side, 4 to 5 minutes more will give you splotchy-black and blistered tomatillos and chiles. In a blender or food processor, combine the tomatillos and chiles, including all the delicious juice that has run onto the baking sheet. Add the cilantro and 1/4 cup water, blend to a coarse puree, and scrape into a serving dish. Rinse the onion under cold water, then shake to remove the excess moisture. Stir into the salsa and season with salt, usually a generous 1/4 teaspoon.

SUPER QUICK SALSA VERDE (TOMATILLO SALSA)



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Vegetable     Brunch     Low Fat     Quick & Easy

Yield 14 ounces (approx.)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 11 oz can whole tomatillos
1/4 cup sliced pickled jalapenos (approx 3 whole pickled jalapenos)
1/4 cup sliced pickled nopalitos
1/3 cup white onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4-1/3 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro, large stems removed
1/4 cup chicken stock
fresh ground salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Reserve juice from canned tomatillos to thin salsa, if needed. Place tomatillos, jalapenos, onion, garlic, and nopalitos in small sauce pan and heat until simmering. While heating, coarsely break up tomatillos with spoon. Once all ingredients are heated through, transfer to blender or food processor and puree. Return to saucepan, taste and season with salt and pepper if desired. Use chicken stock a tablespoon at a time to thin salsa to desired consistency (it will be chunky and thick). Variations: For hotter salsa, omit nopalitos and double pickled jalapenos; or, add a fresh serrano pepper. Add 1/4 cup diced jicama instead of, or with other ingredients. Feel free to change proportions of tomatillos, peppers, and add vegetables as desired. Just use tomatillo juice and/or extra chicken stock to adjust consistency. Tomatillo juice can be used to thin salsa instead of chicken stock for a vegetarian dip.

TOMATILLO SALSA VERDE



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This authentic Mexican salsa verde has a fabulous flavor. Use it on chicken enchiladas or as a condiment for any dish that needs a little extra zip!

Provided by Kimberly Binning

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Salsa Verde Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound tomatillos, husked
½ cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 serrano chile peppers, minced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons salt, or to taste
2 cups water

Steps:

  • Place tomatillos, onion, garlic, and chile pepper into a saucepan. Season with cilantro, oregano, cumin, and salt; pour in water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the tomatillos are soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Using a blender, carefully puree the tomatillos and water in batches until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 439.5 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

CHUNKY SALSA VERDE



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Chunky salsa verde, just like the kind they serve at the Mexican restaurants.

Provided by Sherbear1

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 medium fresh tomatillos, husks removed
1 cup water, or more as needed
¼ cup diced white onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium jalapeno pepper, stemmed and seeded, or more to taste
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon salt, or more to taste
1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
1 medium onion, diced

Steps:

  • Combine tomatillos, water, 1/4 cup diced onion, garlic, jalapeno, cumin, and oregano in a deep-sided saucepan over medium heat; bring to a simmer. Cook, turning tomatillos, until all sides are lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes, adding more water if needed. When tomatillos are done, there should only be about 1/3 cup water left.
  • Remove from the heat and pour mixture into a blender. Add salt and blend until smooth. Add cilantro and blend until well mixed. Add remaining full diced onion and pulse to combine; you want the onion to be chunky.
  • Pour salsa into a serving dish. Let cool before serving, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 296.5 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

QUICK ROASTED TOMATILLO SALSA



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This is a classic Mexican blender tomatillo salsa. Once the tomatillos are roasted there is no cooking involved. Serve this tangy, medium-hot salsa with roasted or microwaved tortilla chips, or use it for quick tacos or as an easy condiment for grilled fish or chicken.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, condiments

Time 45m

Yield 2 cups, serving six to eight

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound tomatillos, husked and rinsed
2 to 4 jalapeño or serrano chilies, roasted if desired (see below), seeded for a milder salsa, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup chopped onion, soaked for five minutes in cold water, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
Salt to taste
About 1/2 cup water, as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Cover a baking sheet with foil and place the tomatillos on top, stem side down. If you wish to roast the chilies, place them on the baking sheet as well. Place under the broiler at the highest rack setting and broil two to five minutes, until charred on one side (the chilies will be charred after a minute or two). Turn over and broil on the other side for two to five minutes, until charred on the other side. Remove from the heat. If you have roasted the chilies, peel and stem them, and coarsely chop.
  • Transfer the tomatillos and chilies to a blender, tipping in any juice that may have accumulated on the foil. Add the onion, cilantro and 1/4 cup water to the blender and blend to a coarse purée. Transfer to a bowl and thin out as desired with water. Taste and adjust salt. Set aside for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to develop.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 21, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 186 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

Tips:

  • Choose ripe tomatillos: Look for tomatillos that are bright green and firm, with no blemishes. Avoid any that are yellow or have brown spots.
  • Roast the tomatillos: Roasting the tomatillos intensifies their flavor and gives the salsa a smoky taste. You can roast them in the oven or on a grill.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as cilantro and jalapeño, add a lot of flavor to the salsa. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but they won't be as flavorful.
  • Adjust the heat level: If you like your salsa mild, remove the seeds from the jalapeño before adding it to the blender. If you like it hot, leave the seeds in.
  • Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator: Salsa verde is best served fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Conclusion:

Salsa verde is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It's perfect for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and other Mexican dishes. It can also be used as a dipping sauce for chips or vegetables. With its bright, fresh flavor, salsa verde is a great way to add some zest to your meals.

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