A basic salsa verde made with simmered tomatillos and cilantro.
Recipe Details
Basic Salsa Verde (Mexican Tomatillo Salsa) Recipe
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds tomatillos, husks and stems removed
1 to 2 jalapeño or serrano peppers, stem and seeds removed
1 small white onion, skin removed, split in half
1 bunch fresh picked cilantro leaves and tender stems
Kosher salt
Directions
Combine tomatillos, serranos, and onion in a medium saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat then reduce to a simmer. Simmer until vegetables are completely softened, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to make sure all sides are softened.
Drain vegetables then transfer to a blender. Add cilantro and a large pinch of salt. Blend on medium speed until a chunky puree is formed, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a bowl, season to taste with more salt or lime juice if necessary, and serve. Cooled salsa can be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Special Equipment
Blender or hand blender
Nutrition Facts (per serving) | |
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15 | Calories |
0g | Fat |
3g | Carbs |
1g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 16 to 20 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 15 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 0g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 34mg | 1% |
Total Carbohydrate 3g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
Total Sugars 2g | |
Protein 1g | |
Vitamin C 6mg | 31% |
Calcium 7mg | 1% |
Iron 0mg | 2% |
Potassium 125mg | 3% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |