Salsa Verde
This vibrant and flavorful green salsa is perfect for adding a zesty kick to your favorite dishes. It combines the tangy taste of tomatillos with the heat from jalapeños and serranos, all brought together in a smooth, creamy texture. It's quick to prepare and deliciously fresh.
Ingredients
🟢 2 tomatillos
🌶️ 2 jalapeños
🌶️ 2 serranos
🧄 3 garlic cloves
🧅 1/4 of a small onion
🥬 3-4 cilantro stems
🧂 1 teaspoon of salt
🍶 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
Instructions
1- Prepare the Vegetables:
- Wash the tomatillos, jalapeños, serranos, and cilantro thoroughly under running water. Peel the garlic cloves and set aside.
2- Cooking the Vegetables:
- In a pot, pour 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil. Add the tomatillos, jalapeños, serranos, garlic cloves, and onion.
3- Boiling Time:
- Once the water reaches a full boil, let the ingredients cook for about 4 minutes. After 4 minutes, turn off the heat and let it sit for a moment.
4- Blending:
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the boiled vegetables to a blender. Add the fresh cilantro to the blender along with the teaspoon of salt.
5- Creamy Texture:
- For a creamy consistency, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil to the blender.
6- Blend Until Smooth:
- Blend all the ingredients together until you achieve a smooth salsa. Taste and adjust salt if necessary.
7- Serving:
- Pour the salsa into a bowl and serve it fresh with your favorite Mexican dishes, or use it as a tasty dip for chips.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Equipment: Pot, blender, slotted spoon
Cooking Tips:
- Adjust the number of jalapeños and serranos according to your heat preference.
- For a tangier salsa, you may add a splash of lime juice before blending.
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