Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Salsa verde made with tomatillos, serrano chiles, garlic, and cilantro; perfect for green chicken enchiladas, dipping, or adding zip to Mexican tacos.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 24 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
• 1 serrano chile pepper, minced
• 1 pound tomatillos, husked
• 1.5 teaspoons salt, or to taste
• 0.5 cup finely chopped onion
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place tomatillos, onion, chile pepper, and garlic into a large saucepan; season with cilantro, oregano, salt, and cumin. Pour in water and bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the tomatillos are soft, 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 2

Gather all ingredients.

Step 3

Serve with chips.

Step 4

Transfer tomatillo mixture into a blender in batches; puree until smooth. If you prefer a thicker salsa verde, use a slotted spoon to transfer the tomatillo mixture into a blender, then add cooking water as needed to reach the desired consistency.