Tangy Tomatillo Sauce
Brighten up your culinary creations with this zesty and vibrant Tangy Tomatillo Sauce, a perfect blend of roasted tomatillos, fresh cilantro, and a kick of heat from jalapeño or serrano peppers. The roasting process intensifies the tomatillos’ signature tartness, while garlic, white onion, and a splash of lime juice add depth and freshness to every bite. This silky, herbaceous sauce is quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish, and its versatility knows no bounds—use it as a topping for tacos and enchiladas, a marinade for grilled meats, or a bold, tangy dip for tortilla chips. Gluten-free and packed with bold flavors, this homemade tomatillo sauce will become your go-to condiment for adding a burst of brightness to any dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 medium-sized (about 1.5 lbs) Tomatillos
- 1 medium Jalapeño (or serrano pepper for extra heat)
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 0.5 medium, chopped White onion
- 0.5 cup, loosely packed Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
Husk the tomatillos and rinse them thoroughly under warm water to remove any sticky residue.
Place the tomatillos, jalapeño, and garlic cloves on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and roast under the broiler for about 5-7 minutes, or until the tomatillos become soft and develop charred spots. Flip them halfway through for even roasting.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Peel the garlic if needed.
In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted tomatillos, jalapeño, garlic, chopped onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and water.
Blend until smooth, pausing to scrape down the sides as needed. If the sauce is too thick for your liking, add more water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or lime juice if necessary.
Serve the tangy tomatillo sauce warm or at room temperature as a topping for tacos, enchiladas, grilled meats, or as a dip for tortilla chips.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.6 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 334 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2468 mg | 53% | |
*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.
