Creamy Green Jalapeño Sauce Recipe | How to Make the Best Green Jalapeno Salsa

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: poblano peppers

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Poblano peppers are milder and more nutritious, while banana peppers are often less expensive.

tomatillos

💰Cheaper: green tomatoes

Green tomatoes can be a budget-friendly substitute.

cilantro

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley can be used as a more affordable herb alternative.

Prep jalapeños by removing tops and slicing into large coins.

Slice half a yellow onion into simple strips.

Heat a non-stick pan with oil on medium heat.

Add jalapeños to the pan and stir continuously to soften and lightly sear them.

Once jalapeños are soft, add onions and sweat until translucent.

Remove from heat and let cool for about 5 minutes.

Transfer jalapeños and onions to a blender.

Add garlic, Mexican oregano, lime juice, cilantro, vegetable oil, and kosher salt to the blender.

Blend until smooth, adjusting power as needed.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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