Mediumeasy
Tomatillo Verde Salsa
Tangy green sauce with mild jalapeño heat. A Mexican classic for tacos and enchiladas.
Prep Time
25 min
Difficulty
easy
Consistency
medium
Ingredients
8 items- 1 lb tomatillos, husked and rinsed
- 4 jalapeño peppers
- 1 small onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
- 1Roast tomatillos, jalapeños, onion, and garlic under broiler until charred, about 10 minutes.
- 2Let cool slightly.
- 3Blend all ingredients until desired consistency - smooth or chunky.
- 4Simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- 5Cool and refrigerate.
- 6Tastes even better the next day!
- 7Keeps for 1 week.
Flavor Profile
tangyfreshherbalbright
Best For
tacosenchiladaschipsburritos
Frequently Asked Questions
How spicy is Tomatillo Verde Salsa?
Tomatillo Verde Salsa is rated as medium heat — moderately spicy with a noticeable but manageable kick. You can adjust the heat by using fewer peppers or removing the seeds and membranes.
How long does it take to make Tomatillo Verde Salsa?
Tomatillo Verde Salsa requires 25 minutes of prep time. It's a relatively quick recipe to prepare.
What peppers are used in Tomatillo Verde Salsa?
This recipe uses: 4 jalapeño peppers. You can adjust the types of peppers used based on your heat preference and availability.