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Mexican Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Mexican · Sauce · Appetizer

A vibrant, tangy, and slightly spicy Mexican green sauce made with simmered tomatillos, fresh cilantro, and a touch of lime. Perfect for tacos, enchiladas, or as a classic dip.

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20 minA little patience, a lot of flavor
Prep time10 min
Cook time10 min
Servings6 people
DifficultyEasy
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How to make it

4 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Place the tomatillos and jalapeños

    Place the tomatillos and jalapeños in a medium saucepan and cover with water.

  2. Bring to a boil over high heat

    Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until the tomatillos turn from bright green to an olive color and are soft, about 10 minutes.

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  3. Drain the water and transfer the boiled tomatillos and jalapeños

    Drain the water and transfer the boiled tomatillos and jalapeños to a blender or food processor.

  4. Add the onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and salt

    Add the onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Pulse until the salsa reaches your desired consistency (chunky or smooth).

A little kitchen wisdom

For a smokier flavor, you can roast the tomatillos, onions, and peppers under a broiler instead of boiling them until charred.

What you'll need

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Make it ahead

Salsa can be made ahead and chilled; flavor deepens after a few hours.

Store & enjoy

Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator. Serve cold or at room temperature.

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Mexican Tomatillo Salsa Verde
Step 1 of 4

Place the tomatillos and jalapeños

Place the tomatillos and jalapeños in a medium saucepan and cover with water.