Smoky Spicy Tomatillo Salsa Verde Aka Green Hell
Take your taste buds on a fiery adventure with Smoky Spicy Tomatillo Salsa Verde, aptly nicknamed "Green Hell." This bold and vibrant salsa combines charred tomatillos, jalapeño and serrano peppers, and smoky chipotle in adobo sauce for a perfectly balanced heat with a hint of sweetness. Roasting the vegetables intensifies their flavor, while fresh lime juice and cilantro add a zesty, herbaceous kick. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing salsa is perfect for spicing up tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or any dish that craves a fiery punch. Whether you're a spice enthusiast or simply seeking a new salsa experience, this recipe delivers an irresistible mix of smoky, spicy, and tangy goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 large Tomatillos
- 2 whole Jalapeño peppers
- 2 whole Serrano peppers
- 2 whole Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 4 whole Garlic cloves
- 1 medium White onion
- 1 cup Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Sugar
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat without adding any oil.
Peel off the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them under warm water to remove the sticky residue.
Place the tomatillos, jalapeño peppers, and serrano peppers directly onto the hot skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are charred on all sides.
Add the garlic cloves (with their peels on) and the halved onion to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until they are lightly charred and aromatic. Remove from heat.
Allow the garlic to cool slightly, then peel off the skins.
In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted tomatillos, jalapeños, serranos, garlic, onion, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, sugar, and water.
Blend the mixture until smooth. Adjust consistency by adding more water if desired.
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt or lime juice for balance.
Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and allow it to cool to room temperature before serving. The flavors will deepen as it sits.
Serve with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or anything that can handle the heat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3823 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.3 g | ||
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2089 mg | 44% | |
*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.
