To make green salsa, commonly known as salsa verde, the main ingredient is fresh green tomatillos. The typical process involves roasting or boiling the tomatillos with green chili peppers (such as serrano or jalapeño), garlic, and onions. After cooking, these ingredients are blended together with fresh cilantro, lime juice, salt, and sometimes oil for richness, until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on preference.
Basic Steps to Make Green Salsa (Salsa Verde)
- Prepare Tomatillos and Peppers : Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them well. Roast or boil tomatillos along with green chili peppers (serrano or jalapeño) and garlic until tender and slightly charred (if roasting) or cooked through (if boiling).
- Blend Ingredients : In a blender or food processor, combine the cooked tomatillos, peppers, garlic, chopped onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Blend until you reach your desired texture.
- Adjust Seasoning : Taste the salsa and adjust lime juice, salt, or chili levels as needed.
- Optional : Let the salsa chill in the refrigerator for flavors to meld and thicken slightly. Optional additions include avocado for a creamier salsa verde.
This salsa verde is fresh, tangy, spicy, and versatile, perfect for dipping or as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, and other dishes.
