Salsa Verde
Ingredients:
-2 poblano peppers
-2 jalapeno peppers
-1/2 white onion, diced
-3 cloves garlic, minced
-3 tomatillos, husked and chopped
-1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
-1 tablespoon lime juice
-1 teaspoon honey
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Place poblano and jalapeno peppers on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes, flipping half-way through.
3. Transfer roasted peppers to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Allow to cool before removing the skins and seeds.
4. In a food processor, combine roasted peppers, onion, garlic, tomatillos, cilantro, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper. Process until everything is well blended.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
6. Serve salsa with chips or as a topping for tacos, burritos, or enchiladas. Enjoy!
Salsa verde is an uncooked sauce made of green ingredients such as tomatillos, jalapeños, garlic, cilantro, green onion, and oil or stock. It is an iconic sauce of Mexican cuisine and is often served as a condiment.
History: Salsa verde originated in Mexico and goes back to pre-Hispanic times. The main ingredients were traditionally green chilies and tomatillos, both native to Mexico and Central America. Over the centuries, the sauce has been adapted to the local ingredients and tastes, leading to its great variety nowadays.
Tips and Techniques:
1. If you’re looking to intensify the flavor of your salsa, sauté the vegetables before blending them.
2. To adjust the heat level in your salsa verde, add more (or less) pepper to your salsa.
3. If you have a powerful blender, you can skip the roasting process and just blend all the ingredients together.
4. When serving, it is best to cover the salsa verde and refrigerate it – it will stay fresh up to 10 days.
5. For a healthier version, you can use olive oil instead of vegetable oil.
6. You can also add a splash of lime juice for zing.
7. If you’re in the mood for something sweet, you can add a little bit of honey or agave nectar.
8. For a smokier flavor, add some chipotle peppers or smoked paprika.
9. Make sure you use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.