Salsa Verde Recipe
Salsa Verde is a fresh and tangy green salsa made with tomatillos, jalapeños, and cilantro. This Best Salsa Verde Recipe is easy to make and perfect for tacos, enchiladas, or as a dipping sauce. The combination of roasted tomatillos, garlic, and lime juice creates a zesty and flavorful salsa that will take your Mexican dishes to the next level.
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Baking sheet optional, for roasting
- Saucepan optional, for simmering
Ingredients
- 1 Ib tomatillos, husked and rinsed
- 2 jalapeños more for extra heat
- 1 small onion roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- salt to taste
- water as need for blending
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Tomatillos: If roasting, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the tomatillos, jalapeños, and garlic on a baking sheet and roast for 10 minutes, or until lightly charred. Alternatively, you can simmer the tomatillos and jalapeños in a saucepan for 10 minutes.2. Blend the Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted (or simmered) tomatillos, jalapeños, garlic, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth. If the mixture is too thick, add water a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.3. Adjust the Seasoning: Taste the salsa and add more lime juice or salt if needed. For extra heat, add more jalapeños.4. Serve: Serve the Salsa Verde immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. It's perfect for tacos, enchiladas, burritos, or as a dip with tortilla chips.
Notes
- For a milder salsa, remove the seeds from the jalapeños before blending.
- Tomatillos add a tangy flavor to the salsa, but if you can’t find fresh tomatillos, you can use canned tomatillos or substitute with green tomatoes (though the flavor will vary slightly).
- For extra depth of flavor, you can simmer the blended salsa for 5-10 minutes to thicken and meld the flavors.
