Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Name: Tomatillo Salsa Verde
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh tomatillos, husked, halved; 2 serrano peppers, stemmed; 1/2 white onion, quartered; 4 garlic cloves, unpeeled; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 1/2 tsp kosher salt

A bright, tangy Mexican green salsa made with roasted tomatillos, serrano peppers, and cilantro. Excellent on tacos, enchiladas, eggs, or as a chip dip.

25 minEasyServes 830 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb fresh tomatillos, husked, halved
2 serrano peppers, stemmed
1/2 white onion, quartered
4 garlic cloves, unpeeled
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/2 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

1

Place 1 lb husked, halved fresh tomatillos, 2 stemmed serrano peppers, 1/2 quartered white onion, and 4 unpeeled garlic cloves in a dry cast-iron skillet or on a baking sheet under the broiler.
2

Cook over medium-high heat or broil, turning occasionally, until charred in spots and softened, about 10-12 minutes.
3

Peel the roasted garlic cloves.
4

Transfer all roasted vegetables to a blender along with 1/2 cup fresh cilantro and 2 tbsp fresh lime juice.
5

Blend to your desired consistency - pulse for chunky, blend longer for smooth.
6

Season with 1/2 tsp kosher salt, taste, and adjust lime juice and heat level as desired.
7

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Questions

How long does Tomatillo Salsa Verde keep?

Refrigerated in a sealed jar, it keeps four to five days. It also freezes flat in a bag for up to three months.

Can I halve or double Tomatillo Salsa Verde?

Yes. As written it serves 8. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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