Green Tomatillo Sauce Recipe

Authentic Green Tomatillo Sauce recipe from the Los Barrios family cookbook! This vibrant, flavorful sauce is perfect for elevating your enchiladas verdes. Learn how to make this easy yet impressive sauce, bursting with fresh tomatillo flavor.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 208.9 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Green Tomatillo Sauce

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How to Make Green Tomatillo Sauce

  1. Soak 1 pound tomatillos in a bowl of cold water for 15 minutes to loosen the husks.
  2. Drain the tomatillos and remove the husks. Rinse.
  3. Place the tomatillos (1 pound), 4 cloves garlic, and 1/2 cup water in a medium saucepan.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the tomatillos are very soft, about 10-15 minutes.
  5. Transfer the cooked tomatillos and garlic to a blender. Add 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid (or more for desired consistency). Blend until completely smooth.
  6. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  7. Add the pureed tomatillo mixture and 1/2 cup finely chopped white onion to the saucepan.
  8. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste (start with 1 teaspoon salt and adjust).
  9. Bring to a gentle simmer, and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

10g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Green Tomatillo Sauce?

Green Tomatillo Sauce takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Green Tomatillo Sauce?

Green Tomatillo Sauce has approximately 208.9 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 24 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Green Tomatillo Sauce?

The key ingredients for Green Tomatillo Sauce are Tomatillo, Garlic, Vegetable Oil, Yellow Onion, Salt And Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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