Cómo hacer salsa verde de tomatillo y chile serrano desde cero

serrano chiles

🥗Healthier: jalapeño chiles

💰Cheaper: green bell pepper

Jalapeños provide a similar heat level, while green bell pepper is milder and more affordable.

tomatillos

🥗Healthier: green tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatillos

Green tomatoes offer a similar tartness, while canned tomatillos are convenient and cost-effective.

Husk and rinse the tomatillos under cold water until clean.

Remove the stems from the serrano chiles and slice them in half lengthwise.

Peel and quarter the onion and garlic.

Combine the tomatillos, serrano chiles, onion, garlic, and cilantro in a blender.

Add lime juice and salt to the blender mixture.

Blend until smooth, adjusting the consistency with water as needed.

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or lime juice if desired.

Transfer to a serving bowl and let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Cooking Techniques

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