Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Takes 35 minutes | Serves 6 |

Ingredients

680 g tomatillos
120 ml white onion
2 cloves garlic cloves
120 ml cilantro leaves and stems
15 ml fresh lime juice
2 peppers jalapeño or serrano peppers
1 to taste Salt

Steps

Preheat the Broiler

• Set the oven rack about 15 cm from the heating element.

Prep the Tomatillos

• Remove the papery husks from the tomatillos and rinse them well.
• Cut the tomatillos in half and place them cut side down on a foil-lined baking sheet.
• Add a few garlic cloves in their skins (if using). Place under the broiler for about 5-7 minutes to lightly blacken the skins of the tomatillos.

Combine the Cooked Tomatillos and Seasonings

• Place the cooked tomatillos, lime juice, onions, garlic (if using), cilantro, and chili peppers in a blender or food processor.
• Pulse until all ingredients are finely chopped and mixed.

Season and Serve

• Season with salt to taste.
• Cool, then refrigerate. Serve with chips or as a salsa accompaniment to Mexican dishes.