This authentic Mexican salsa verde has a fabulous flavor. Use it on chicken enchiladas or as a condiment for any dish that needs a little extra zip!
Original recipe makes 8 servings
Ingredients
1 pound tomatillos, husked
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 serrano chile peppers, minced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, or to taste
2 cups water
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PREP
10 mins
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COOK
15 mins
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READY IN
25 mins
Directions
- Place tomatillos, onion, garlic, and chile pepper into a saucepan. Season with cilantro, oregano, cumin, and salt; pour in water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the tomatillos are soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Using a blender, carefully puree the tomatillos and water in batches until smooth.
Nutrition
Calories: 24 kcal
Carbohydrates: 4.6 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 0.6 g
Fiber: 1.3 g
Protein: 0.8 g
Sodium: 439 mg