Green Enchilada Sauce
Transform your Mexican-inspired dishes with this vibrant and flavorful Green Enchilada Sauce! Made from fresh tomatillos, smoky roasted poblano peppers, and a hint of heat from jalapeño, this homemade sauce boasts authentic, bold flavors that elevate any meal. Sautéed onions and garlic add depth, while fresh cilantro and a splash of broth create a perfectly blended, velvety texture. Infused with earthy cumin and seasoned to perfection, this easy-to-make sauce is ready in just 30 minutes. Ideal for enchiladas, tacos, or as a versatile condiment, it’s a must-have recipe for lovers of zesty, homemade Mexican cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 whole (medium-sized) Tomatillos
- 2 whole Poblano peppers
- 1 whole Jalapeño
- 1 medium (chopped) White onion
- 4 whole Garlic cloves
- 1 cup (fresh, loosely packed) Cilantro
- 2 cups Chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons (to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Husk and rinse the tomatillos to remove any sticky residue. Set aside.
Over an open flame or on a stovetop grill, char the poblano peppers and jalapeño until the skins are blackened. Place them in a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let them steam for 10 minutes. Peel off the charred skins, remove seeds, and set the peppers aside.
In a medium pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic cloves, and cook until they are soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Add the tomatillos to the pan and cook for another 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and start to break down.
Transfer the cooked tomatillos, onion, garlic, peeled peppers, cilantro, and chicken or vegetable broth to a blender. Add the cumin, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Pour the blended sauce back into the pan and cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes to thicken slightly and allow the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Use immediately in your favorite enchilada recipe or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
535 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.2 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5308 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1986 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
