Ingredients for Fresh Tomatillo Salsa Verde
- Tomatillo
- Jalapeno
- Garlic Cloves
- Fresh Cilantro
- 1/4 cup lime juice (about 2-3 limes)
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
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How to Make Fresh Tomatillo Salsa Verde
- Husk and rinse 1 pound of tomatillos thoroughly.
- Roughly chop the tomatillos into large chunks.
- Set the chopped tomatillos aside.
- Seed and mince 1-2 jalapeños, adjusting the quantity based on your desired spice level.
- Add the minced jalapeños to a blender or food processor.
- Add 2 peeled garlic cloves to the blender.
- Add 1/2 cup of packed cilantro leaves to the blender.
- Pour in 1/4 cup of fresh lime juice (from about 2-3 limes), 1 teaspoon of salt (or to taste), 1/2 teaspoon of sugar (optional), and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Finally, add the chopped tomatillos to the blender.
- Blend until the salsa reaches your desired consistency, from chunky to smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more lime juice for extra tang, salt for savoriness, or jalapeño for heat.
- Serve chilled. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
72 g
Sugar
31g
Fat
3g
Carbs
3g
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