Smoky Spicy Tomatillo Salsa Verde Aka Green Hell Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this fiery Smoky Spicy Tomatillo Salsa Verde! A vibrant blend of smoky tomatillos, fiery chiles, and pungent garlic, this Green Hell salsa delivers a refreshing kick that's perfect for tacos, nachos, or as a delicious dip. Nicca Chick inspired the name, and we think it's perfect! Prepare for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 23.5 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.7 (65 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Smoky Spicy Tomatillo Salsa Verde Aka Green Hell

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How to Make Smoky Spicy Tomatillo Salsa Verde Aka Green Hell

  1. Roast the tomatillos, poblano peppers, and garlic on a grill or under a broiler until slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.
  2. Roughly chop the charred vegetables.
  3. Add the charred tomatillos, poblanos, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt to a blender.
  4. Blend until smooth or to your desired consistency. Add a little water if needed to achieve desired consistency.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more jalapeño for extra heat!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g