Basic Salsa Verde (Mexican Tomatillo Salsa) Recipe

Name: Basic Salsa Verde (Mexican Tomatillo Salsa) Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
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

A basic salsa verde made with simmered tomatillos and cilantro.

Basic Salsa Verde (Mexican Tomatillo Salsa) Recipe

Prep 5 mins

Cook 20 mins

Active 5 mins

Total 25 mins

Serves 16 to 20 servings

Makes 1 quart

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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

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)
13	Calories
0g	Fat
3g	Carbs
0g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings: 16 to 20
Amount per serving
Calories	13
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 33mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 3g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 0g
Vitamin C 5mg	27%
Calcium 5mg	0%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 109mg	2%
*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.