FRESH TOMATILLO SALSA
Ever wondered what to do with tomatillos- also known as tomates verdes? I learned this wonderful salsa recipe from a friend from Mexico. It is a tangy, herby salsa that goes great with quesadillas, tacos and burritos of all kinds. I've even used it in scrambled eggs by cooking it a bit to reduce the liquid and tone down some of the green tang. Yum! This recipe does have some heat from the chiles, but this can be modified to taste. If you hate heat, leave them out. If you like very little heat, try using a poblano chile. If you like a slight bite, I would use jalapeno chiles, and cut them open and remove the seeds. If you want more heat, leave in the seeds. If you want to go hotter than that, I would try serrano chiles. If you want hotter than that, I'm sure you know what chiles to use. lol Another note: like all produce, tomatillos can vary in flavor and tang. Taste the salsa..if you think there's too much tang, try adding some more onion and herb. If you like less cilantro, feel free to reduce. This recipe was shown to me in handfuls and bunches, so it is very flexible. To store it, I simply keep it in an old mayonnaise jar in the fridge.
Provided by MinatheBrat
Categories Sauces
Time 15m
Yield 1 pint
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Remove the husks from the tomatillos and wash all the stickiness from the outside. Cut into quarters to make blending easier.
- Wash cilantro and green onions well, and rough chop cilantro and cut onions into thirds.
- Prep green chilies by cutting them in half. Remove seeds and white interior veins if you want the chilies to be less hot.
- Blend all in the blender, the idea is to get a nice grind, not a paste, so pulse works well. I'm sure you could use a food processor, but this salsa usually turns out quite liquidy because of the tomatillos. I know my food processor would make a mess.
- If you do find that the salsa is not blending well because of lack of liquid, you can add lime juice or water 1 tablespoon at a time. Tomatillos are tangy by themselves, so keep that in mind when using lime juice. Usually the tomatillos have enough liquid in them to facilitate blending, and putting them first in the blender will help.
- Add salt to taste and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186.2, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 24.6, Carbohydrate 35.8, Fiber 11.3, Sugar 21.7, Protein 6.7
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Russ Swanson
[email protected]This salsa is so good, I could eat it with a spoon!
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[email protected]This salsa is a great way to use up leftover tomatillos and cilantro. It's also a great way to add some extra flavor to your favorite Mexican dishes.
Ben Sergo
[email protected]I love this salsa on tacos. It's the perfect way to add some extra flavor and spice.
Miruthula Dilipkumar
[email protected]This salsa is a great way to add some zest to grilled chicken or fish.
Tasfin'Z official
[email protected]This salsa is the perfect addition to any Mexican feast. It's so flavorful and refreshing.
Gulam Rabbani
[email protected]I love that this recipe doesn't require any cooking. It's so quick and easy to make.
Austin Poss
[email protected]This salsa is a great way to use up leftover tomatillos.
vumani nyide
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of tomatillo salsa, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so fresh and flavorful, I can't get enough of it!
SHARAN KUMAR THING
[email protected]This salsa is the perfect party food. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it always disappears quickly.
Antranisse Jackson
[email protected]I love the roasted tomatillo flavor in this salsa. It's so unique and delicious.
Kennedy Jackson
[email protected]This salsa is so versatile. I use it on tacos, burritos, and even eggs. It's always delicious.
Amir Khokhar
[email protected]I've made this salsa several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect addition to any Mexican dish.
elia masawe
[email protected]This salsa is the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy. I can't get enough of it!
Sean Reilly
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses fresh tomatillos. It makes a big difference in the taste.
Kelly Key
[email protected]This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. And the results are amazing! The salsa is so fresh and flavorful.
Daisha ghoston
[email protected]I've tried many tomatillo salsa recipes, but this one is by far the best. The roasted tomatillos give it a wonderful depth of flavor.
matt alps
[email protected]This salsa was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the fresh, tangy flavor.