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A beautifully styled table setting with a bowl of salsa verde, tortilla chips, tacos, and fresh lime wedges, a warm and inviting atmosphere, food photography style.

Tomatillo Salsa Verde Recipe: A Timeless Mexican Classic with a Global Twist

This zesty Tomatillo Salsa Verde Recipe is a vibrant, tangy, and versatile salsa made with fresh tomatillos, jalapeños, onions, garlic, and cilantro. It can be used in a variety of dishes, from tacos and grilled meats to rice bowls and avocado toast. This simple recipe offers a customizable flavor profile that suits different heat levels and texture preferences.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 peoples
Calories 25 kcal

Equipment

  • Broiler or Grill (for roasting vegetables)
  • Baking Sheet or Grill Grate
  • Blender or Food Processor
  • Knife and chopping board
  • Spoon for mixing and tasting adjustments

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Ib Tomatillos (about 8-10 medium-sized), husks removed and rinsed
  • 3 Jalapeños (adjust based on your spice preference)
  • 1 medium Onion quartered
  • 3 Garlic cloves peeled
  • ½ cup Fresh cilantro roughly chopped
  • 1 Lime juiced
  • 1 tsp Salt (or to taste)
  • ½ tsp Ground cumin (optional, for added depth)
  • ¼ cup Water (as needed for blending)

Instructions
 

Prep the Tomatillos and Peppers

  • Remove husks from tomatillos and rinse. Cut stems off jalapeños, removing seeds for milder salsa.
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Roast the Vegetables

  • Preheat the broiler or grill. Roast tomatillos, jalapeños, onion, and garlic for 5-7 minutes until soft and charred.
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Blend the Ingredients

  • Transfer vegetables to a blender. Add cilantro, lime juice, salt, and cumin. Slightly thin the mixture with water until it reaches the required consistency, then blend until it becomes smooth.
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Taste and Adjust

  • Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, lime, or cilantro. For chunkier salsa, pulse instead of blending fully.
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Serve and Enjoy

  • Let the salsa sit for 10-15 minutes before serving with chips, tacos, or grilled meats.
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