How to Make Chipotle's Green Salsa at Home

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: serrano peppers

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Serrano peppers add heat while banana peppers provide a milder flavor.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley offers a fresh taste, and spinach adds color and nutrients.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice has a similar acidity, while vinegar is more cost-effective.

Clean and rinse 1.1 pounds of green tomatillos thoroughly.

Clean and rinse 7 ounces of fine tomatoes.

Add 2 garlic cloves to a wire rack on a sheet pan.

Broil the garlic in the oven on high for 6 minutes.

After 6 minutes, flip the garlic and broil for an additional 6 minutes to get a nice char.

Let everything cool for 15 minutes, then peel the garlic.

Add the tomatillos, tomatoes, and garlic to a food processor.

Blend on high until well combined, about a few minutes.

Turn off the processor and add 1 teaspoon of oregano, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of citrus juice, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, 1 tablespoon of diced jalapenos, and 3 tablespoons of minced cilantro and diced red onion.

Combine in the processor for the next 2 minutes.

Transfer the salsa to a jar and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

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