RICK'S ESSENTIAL ROASTED TOMATILLO-CHIPOTLE SALSA
Rick Bayless's salsa is especially delicious served with tamales. He uses a molcajete -- a three-legged basalt mortar -- to grind the spices, tomatoes, and tomatillos together. A blender can also be used.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Cuisine-Inspired Recipes Mexican-Inspired Recipes
Yield Makes about 1 1/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Set an ungreased griddle or heavy skillet over medium heat. If using dried chiles, break off their stems. Toast the chiles a few at a time. Set them on the hot surface, press flat for a few seconds with a metal spatula (they'll crackle faintly and release their smoky aroma), then flip, and press down to toast the other side. Transfer the toasted chiles to a bowl, cover with hot water, and let rehydrate for 30 minutes, stirring regularly to ensure even soaking. Pour off all the water, and discard. If using canned chiles, simply remove them from the adobo sauce in which they are packed.
- On a heavy, ungreased skillet or griddle over medium heat, roast the unpeeled garlic, turning occasionally, until blackened in spots and soft, about 15 minutes. Cool, slip off the papery skins, and chop roughly.
- Preheat the broiler. Place the tomatillos on a baking sheet, and place in broiler about 4 inches from heat. When, after about 5 minutes, the tomatillos have blistered, blackened, and softened on one side, turn them over, and roast on the other side. Cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Scrape the tomatillos (and any juices that have accumulated around them) into a molcajete, food processor, or blender, and add the rehydrated or canned chiles and garlic. Combine until everything is thick and relatively smooth. For a chunkier alternative, scrape the tomatillos and juices into a molcajete, food processor, or blender, and add the garlic. Combine until everything is coarsely pureed. Chop the chiles into tiny bits, then stir them into the tomatillo mixture. Transfer salsa to a serving bowl, and add enough water to give the salsa an easily spoonable consistency, about 3 to 4 tablespoons. Season with salt, and add sugar if you want to soften its tangy edge.
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Sindisiwe Zulu
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this salsa to anyone who loves Mexican food. It's a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that you'll love.
Nikki Hampton
[email protected]This salsa is a great value. You get a lot of salsa for your money.
Ganga Tamang
[email protected]I love that this salsa is made with all-natural ingredients. I know exactly what's in it, and I can feel good about serving it to my family and friends.
Daniel Mansour
[email protected]This salsa is a great way to use up leftover tomatillos. I always have a bunch of them in my fridge, so it's nice to have a recipe that I can use them for.
Shohan Ali
[email protected]I've never made salsa before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I'm so glad I tried it!
Honorat ERICKSON
[email protected]This salsa is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a blender and have it ready in minutes.
Barbie
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but I really enjoyed this salsa. It's got a great flavor without being too hot.
Mari Dz
[email protected]This salsa is the perfect amount of spicy. It's got a nice kick, but it's not overwhelming.
khalil Xavi
[email protected]I love the smoky flavor that the roasted tomatillos give to this salsa. It's so unique and delicious.
Dragana Bakic Perovic
[email protected]This salsa is so versatile. I've used it on tacos, burritos, and even as a dip for chips. It's always a hit.
Mohammad Sakil
[email protected]I made this salsa for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
hanaa sarofem
[email protected]This is the best salsa I've ever had! I love the combination of roasted tomatillos and chipotle peppers. It's the perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and spicy.
Cerrylino “cerbits” Bitagara
[email protected]I've made this salsa a few times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it tastes so fresh and delicious.
Saeed Makda
[email protected]This roasted tomatillo chipotle salsa is a game-changer! The smoky, tangy flavor is perfect for adding a kick to any Mexican dish. I especially love it on tacos and enchiladas.