Raw Tomatillo Salsa Verde
This fresh and flavorful salsa is made with raw tomatillos, giving it a unique tangy and slightly sour taste. It's easy to make with just a few ingredients blended together in a food processor. The combination of tomatillos, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice creates a vibrant and zesty salsa that’s perfect for dipping chips or topping tacos!
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 tomatillos
- 1 small jalapeño pepper
- 1 small onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 lime for juice
- Fresh cilantro about half a bunch
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Peel the outer husk from the tomatillos and wash them under cold running water to remove any sticky residue.
- Cut the tomatillos in half for easier processing.
- Add the tomatillos to a food processor.
- Cut the stem off the jalapeño, slice it in half, and remove the seeds for less heat. Add to the food processor.
- Peel the onion and cut it into quarters, then add it to the food processor.
- Add the peeled garlic cloves.
- Squeeze the juice of one fresh lime into the food processor.
- Chop off the thicker stems from the cilantro, leaving mostly the leafy parts, and add to the food processor.
- Pulse the food processor until the salsa reaches your desired consistency—chunky or smooth.
- Taste and add salt as needed.
- Serve fresh with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite Mexican dishes!
Notes
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño to control the heat level.
- You can leave the cilantro stems if you like more texture in the salsa.