Best Zesty Salsa Verde Recipes

Authentic Mexican Salsa Verde image

Provided by Charbel Barker

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 Tomatillos
1/4 - 1/2 bunch fresh Cilantro (finely chopped)
2 Cloves of Garlic
1/4 Onion
Jalapenos (1-3 depending on how spicy you want it)
Salt (to taste)
Olive Oil

Steps:

Slowly saute the tomatillos, the onion, and the jalapenos in a preheated frying pan with some olive oil for 5 minutes.
After 5 minutes, add the garlic cloves and continue cooking until the tomatillos are slightly browned.
Remove from the heat and blend the ingredients with the cilantro and salt in a blender.
If you want a thinner consistency, add a small amount of water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 2-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound tomatillos, husks removed
3 to 4 serrano peppers, stems removed
1/4 cup chopped onion
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In an ungreased skillet, cook tomatillos over medium heat for 10 minutes or until tender and browned, turning frequently. Cool on a wire rack. For a milder flavor, remove veins and seeds from serrano peppers; finely chop peppers., In a food processor, combine the tomatillos, peppers, onion, 2 tablespoons cilantro, garlic and salt; cover and pulse just until mixture is coarsely pureed. , Transfer to a serving bowl; sprinkle with remaining cilantro. Refrigerate until serving.

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