Mexican Salsa Verde Green Hot Sauce Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this fiery Mexican Salsa Verde! This vibrant green hot sauce packs a serious punch, perfect for adding a spicy kick to your favorite dishes. While incredibly flavorful, its heat makes it ideal for recipes needing just a touch of spice – think cheesy delights or flavorful proteins. Don't confuse it with tomatillo salsa; this recipe delivers a unique hot sauce experience. Best enjoyed fresh, within a couple of days of making.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 84.4 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mexican Salsa Verde Green Hot Sauce

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How to Make Mexican Salsa Verde Green Hot Sauce

  1. Roughly chop the tomatillos, serrano peppers, and onion.
  2. Combine the chopped tomatillos, serrano peppers, onion, garlic, cilantro, and lime juice in a food processor.
  3. Process until desired consistency is reached (slightly chunky or completely smooth).
  4. Season with salt to taste.
  5. Let the salsa stand at room temperature for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. This step is optional but recommended.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g