
Tomatillo Enchilada Sauce
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Tomatillo Enchilada Sauce
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Scorched tomatillos, jalapenos and poblano peppers are the basis for this fiery sauce. Fresh lime juice and cilantro make it bright.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound tomatillo husked and halved
- 1 Jalapeno pepper halved and seeded
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1 large clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 poblano peppers
- 2 tablespoons water or more if necessary
- 1 lime juiced
- ¼ cup cilantro
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Instructions
CHARRING TOMATILLOS AND PEPPERS:
- Line a stainless steel skillet with foil (or use a disposable foil pan). Heat over high heat.
- Add the tomatillos and jalepeno to the pan and cook until charred and slightly softened, about 10 minutes -- tomatillos will be softer than jalapeño.
- Char the poblano pepper on all sides, either in the same skillet lined with foil -- or if you have a gas stove top, rest the chile directly over the flame, until the skin blisters and chars.
- Turn the pepper occasionally until blackened. Remove from heat and let cool until you can handle it without burning your fingers. Transfer the peppers to a bowl sealed in plastic wrap or a brown paper lunch bag, sealed. Let the pepper steam and cool for 10 minutes.
- Slough off the blackened portion of the peppers. Slice the peppers in half, lengthwise and remove the seeds and stem. Transfer to the blender with tomatillos and jalapeños.
- In the skillet, heat one tablespoon of canola oil over medium high heat. Add the onion and garlic and saute until softened and translucent, 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the cumin, salt and pepper and cook for one minute longer. Transfer to the blender with the peppers and pulse to combine.
ASSEMBLING THE GREEN ENCHILADA SAUCE:
- Add the lime juice and cilantro and process until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add the water two tablespoons at a time and pulse to blend. Add more water if necessary.
- Adjust seasonings to your taste. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
Notes
- Store the salsa in a resealable container or jar in the refrigerator for 5-7 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
32kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Sodium
148mg
(6%)
Potassium
231mg
(7%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
225IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
36mg
(40%)
Calcium
14mg
(1%)
Iron
0.7mg
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 32 kcal
% Daily Value*
Calories | 32kcal | 2% |
Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
Protein | 1g | 2% |
Sodium | 148mg | 6% |
Potassium | 231mg | 5% |
Fiber | 2g | 8% |
Sugar | 3g | 6% |
Vitamin A | 225IU | 5% |
Vitamin C | 36mg | 40% |
Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.6
45 reviews
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