Salsa Verde Recipe (Mexican Green Salsa)

Salsa Verde Recipe (Mexican Green Salsa)

from chilipeppermadness.com
30 min

Salsa verde is the ultimate Mexican green salsa made with tart tomatillos and spicy serrano chilies, easy to make, just like your favorite taqueria salsa.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound tomatillos
  • 2-3 serrano peppers ((or use jalapeno peppers for a milder salsa verde))
  • 3 garlic cloves (chopped)
  • 1 small white onion (chopped (red onion is good, too))
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Salt to taste ((I use a teaspoon of sea salt))
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (optional (about 1 small lime, or to taste))

Directions

  1. 1

    Peel, rinse and dry the tomatillos. Slice them in half and set them onto a large lined baking sheet.

  2. 2

    Slice 1 serrano pepper in half and set it on the baking sheet with the tomatillos, skin sides up.

  3. 3

    Heat oven to 425 degrees F (220C). Roast the tomatillos and serrano peppers for 15 minutes, or until the tomatillos begin to char slightly. The skins will darken and puff.

  4. 4

    Remove and transfer to a food processor or blender. You can peel the serranos if you wish.

  5. 5

    Add the remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Adjust for salt and serve. Or, refrigerate in a sealed container to let the flavors mingle. Great with tortilla chips!