Tomatillo salsa or Salsa Verde is a green salsa made with fresh tomatillos. It is a tangy sauce that can be used as a dip for chips, a taco topping or a sauce for fish or chicken. This is my favorite tomatillo salsa recipe. It’s so simple! Here’s how to make tomatillo salsa.
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What tools do you need to make tomatillo salsa?
- A food processor, A mini processor will work for this recipe.
- A saucepan
- A chef’s knife
- cutting board
Tomatillo Salsa Ingredients:
- 1/2 pound tomatillos
- 1-2 jalapeños
- 1/2 onion, quartered
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- salt to taste
Tomatillo Salsa Instructions:
First remove the husks from the tomatillos, it is easier to remove them if you soak them in water first.


Remove the stems and seeds from the Jalapeños. Peel and quarter the onion. Rinse the cilantro and remove the stems.
Place the whole tomatillos, jalapeños, and onions in a saucepan. Cover with water and boil for 5 minutes.

Drain off the water and transfer the vegetables to the food processor. Add the remaining ingredients and process until smooth.


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Where can you find Tomatillos?
You can find them at most grocery stores, farmer’s markets, or you can grow your own. They can even grow in a pot! Fresh tomatillos are firm with tight fitting husks.


If you like green dips, try this easy guacamole recipe.
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