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Homemade Salsa Verde

Last updated on August 3, 2019. Originally posted on July 12, 2017 by Lalaine. 4 Comments

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 Homemade Salsa verde is an authentic Mexican salsa with big, bold flavors from tomatillos and jalapenos. It’s delicious as a dip or as an amazing sauce for tacos, burritos, enchiladas or any of your favorite food!

Easy Homemade Salsa Verde is an authentic Mexican salsa with big, bold flavors from tomatillos and jalapeños. It's delicious as a dip or as an amazing sauce for tacos, burritos, enchiladas or any of your favorite food!

Salsa verde is a staple condiment in our house and every weekend, you’ll find me whipping up a big batch to (hopefully) lasts us through the week. It’s a terrific way to spice up food and pump up the flavor, we add it to everything and anything!

This salsa is not only the perfect accompaniment to crisp tortilla chips, it also makes an amazing sauce for chilaquiles, enchiladas, tacos or burritos. You’ve got to try my salsa verde chicken pasta,  it’s a one-pot wonder everyone is sure to gobble up!

With all the delicious ways we like to use this salsa at home, am I glad it’s so easy to make. It’s just a matter of simmering the tomatillos and jalapeno peppers in water until softened and then pulsing them a few times in a blender or food processor with the rest of the ingredients to desired consistency.

Tips on How to Make Salsa Verde:

  • If you want a deep, smoky flavor, roast the tomatillos, peppers, onion, and garlic in the oven instead. Just generously coat with olive oil and roast at 400 F for about 15 to 20 minutes or until blistered. You can also roast them in a cast iron skillet or heavy bottomed pan on the stove until softened and nicely charred.
  • If you want to tame the spice a little, use the same amount of peppers and just scrape off the seeds before blending. This way, you get the full flavor of the jalapenos but without a lot of heat.
  • Want to take this salsa verde up a notch? Add avocados!
Homemade Salsa verde is an authentic Mexican salsa with big, bold flavors from tomatillos and jalapenos. It's delicious as a dip or as an amazing sauce for tacos, burritos, enchiladas or any of your favorite food!
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Homemade Salsa Verde is an authentic Mexican salsa with big, bold flavors from tomatillos and jalapenos. It's delicious as a dip or as an amazing sauce for tacos, burritos, enchiladas or any of your favorite food!
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Total Time10 mins
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: homemade salsa verde, salsa verde, yummy salsa
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 28kcal
Author: Lalaine

Ingredients

  • 1 pound tomatillos, husked
  • 3 jalapenos, stemmed
  • 1 small onion, peeled and chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro, stemmed
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 1 tablespoons salt

Instructions

  • In a saucepan, combine tomatillos, jalapenos and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil for about 5 to 8 minutes or until softened. With a slotted spoon, remove from.
  • In a blender, combine tomatillos, chili peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Pulse a few times until blended to process to desired consistency. 
  • Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Calories: 28kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Sodium: 873mg | Potassium: 193mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 17.3mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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Homemade Salsa verde is an authentic Mexican salsa with big, bold flavors from tomatillos and jalapenos. It's delicious as a dip or as an amazing sauce for tacos, burritos, enchiladas or any of your favorite food

 

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  1. Tammy Marks says

    March 25, 2018 at 5:46 pm

    I live in Australia where unfortunately tomatillos are not readily available. I know they aren’t easily substituted but I’m wondering if I could sub in tinned tomatillos or, is there something else that I could use. Thanks.
    I’ve only just found your site which I think is awesome and have been binge reading it over the last couple of days.

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    • Lalaine says

      March 29, 2018 at 11:40 am

      Thank you so much, Tammy! I hope you enjoy the recipes.

      Reply
  2. Sylvieann says

    January 23, 2018 at 7:52 pm

    4 stars
    Palpatine, I just discovered your site and want to tell you how impressed I am that you have turned it into a job where you can stay home. I enjoyed reading your personal section and think you have a great blog! I like every recipe I have seen so far. I love food and am going to look at your other blog next. Thank you for sharing your excellent recipes with us! Best wishes, Sylvieann

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    • Lalaine says

      January 26, 2018 at 6:40 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply

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