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Tomatillo Chipotle Salsa

A rich Tomatillo Chipotle Salsa that's bursting with flavor. No one will believe you when you show them the tiny ingredient list. So good!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 16 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 4-5 tomatillos
  • 1-2 chipotles in adobo
  • 2 garlic cloves

Instructions

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  1. Husk and rinse the tomatillos, cutting out the stems. 
  2. Roast the tomatillos in the oven at 400F for 10-20 minutes or until they start to turn army green in color and wrinkle up.
  3. De-stem and de-seed two chipotles in adobo.
  4. Add the roasted tomatillos, 2 peeled garlic cloves, and a single chipotle to a blender and pulse blend.
  5. Take a taste for heat level. If you want more heat add more chipotle. 
  6. If you want a thinner salsa you can add 2-3 Tablespoons of water or a sliver of onion.
  7. Serve immediately and store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. 

Notes

  • I will sometimes add a sliver of onion to this Salsa to dilute the heat a bit, but lately I just make it fiery and concentrated, omitting the onion. 
  • You can get by using canned tomatillos but you'll definitely get an upgrade if you use fresh tomatillos. 
  • I rarely add salt to this salsa but you can add a pinch at the end if you want.

Nutrition Information

Calories 16kcal (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 16

% Daily Value*

Calories 16kcal 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.