Easy Salsa Verde (Tomatillo Salsa)

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This easy salsa verde is a vibrant green sauce made with a blend of fresh ingredients like tomatillos, cilantro, lime, and jalapeños. It offers a bright, tangy, and spicy flavor perfect for dipping chips or topping your favorite Mexican dishes.

Who doesn’t love a bit of zing in their meals? Whether it’s to give your tacos a kick or to elevate your grilled meats, a good salsa can do wonders.

But hey, have you ever tried making salsa verde at home? If not, you’re in for a treat!

Salsa Verde, literally translated as “green sauce,” is a zesty concoction that hails from Mexican cuisine. It is also sometimes called tomatillo salsa. But don’t let its simplicity fool you; this green salsa packs a punch of flavor that can elevate any dish from mundane to magnificent.

Why I Love This Recipe

First off, it’s incredibly versatile – you can use it as a dip, a sauce, or even a marinade. Plus, the flavors! The combination of roasted tomatillos, spicy jalapeños, and zesty lime juice creates a perfect flavor.

And did I mention how easy it is to make? Trust me, once you try this homemade salsa verde recipe, you’ll never go back to store-bought salsa again.

Ingredients

• tomatillos, husks removed
• jalapeño peppers
• onion, roughly chopped
• garlic
• fresh cilantro leaves
• juice of lime
• salt to taste

Step by Step

1. Roast Tomatillos and Jalapeños: Preheat the broiler in your oven. Place the tomatillos and jalapeño peppers on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Broil for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skins are charred and blistered.
2. Blend Ingredients: Once roasted, transfer the tomatillos and jalapeños to a blender or food processor. Add the chopped onion, garlic cloves, fresh cilantro leaves, and lime juice. Blend until smooth, adding a splash of water if needed to achieve your desired consistency.
3. Season to Taste: Taste the salsa verde and season with salt to taste. Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more jalapeño peppers for heat or removing the seeds and membranes for a milder flavor.
4. Chill: Transfer the salsa verde to a bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Serving suggestions

When it comes to serving this recipes, the possibilities are endless. It’s the perfect accompaniment to pork taco rice casserole , grilled chicken, or even grilled grouper . You can also mix it into your favorite guacamole or pico de gallo for an extra flavor boost. Or use it as a dip for tortilla chips, spoon it over nachos, tacos, burritos, twice baked potatoes, or grilled meats, or drizzle it on top of your favorite seafood dishes.

Variations

If you want something more different, try adding some roasted poblano peppers or serrano pepper for a smoky twist, or throw in some avocado for an extra creamy texture. You can also experiment with different herbs like parsley or mint to give your salsa a unique flavor profile.

Storage

To keep your salsa verde fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should last for up to a week, but trust me, it probably won’t stick around that long once you taste it!

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