Salsa Verde
A quick and easy salsa from the show Mexican Made Easy on foodtv. I make this now and use it with chips, on eggs, on just about anything!
A quick and easy salsa from the show Mexican Made Easy on foodtv. I make this now and use it with chips, on eggs, on just about anything!
- Carbohydrate 3.8963 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 0.252375 g
- Fiber 0.830500002801418 g
- Protein 0.5943 g
- Saturated Fat 0.039595 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (47g)
- Sodium 20.9265 mg
- Sugar 3.06579999719858 g
- Trans Fat 0.07593 g
- Calories 18 calories
Step-by-step
- Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. (or use your grill)
- Add the tomatillos, chile, onion and garlic to the dry skillet and char on all sides, turning occasionally, about 6 minutes. Peel the garlic. Transfer the charred ingredients to a blender and process until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, room temperature, or cool. This sauce is amazing.
The Chemistry of Heat and Acid
Tomatillos contain high concentrations of organic acids and pectin, which dictate the physical structure and sharp profile of the final condiment. Exposing these fruits to dry heat in a cast-iron skillet breaks down harsh raw malic acids while caramelizing natural sugars. Maintaining a medium-high surface temperature ensures the skins blister without cooking the interiors into mush, preserving structural integrity for the blender phase. Garlic cloves require careful monitoring during this dry-pan process; remove them promptly when dark spots appear to prevent acrid sulfur compounds from dominating the mixture.
Blending and Storage Mechanics
Transferring charred ingredients directly to the blades while hot creates steam pressure, requiring a secure lid and a pulse-blend approach to avoid explosive splatters. Raw white onion contributes pungent thiosulfinates that mellow rapidly upon contact with the warm tomatillo juices. Store the finished sauce in an airtight glass jar for up to four days at 38 degrees Fahrenheit, or freeze it for longer preservation without sacrificing the foundational brightness.
