Homemade Salsa Verde (Tomatillo Salsa)

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds tomatillos (husked)
• 1 small white onion (quartered (peel removed))
• 1-3 jalapeños (see notes)
• 4 cloves garlic (peel on)
• 1/3 cup chopped cilantro (more or less to taste)
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)

Instructions

1. 1

   Position a rack near the top of the oven. I use the highest preset closest to the broiler. Preheat the broiler for about 10 minutes before roasting the veggies.

2. 2

   Add the tomatillos, white onions, jalapeño(s), and garlic on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until a nice char develops. Make sure to turn the baking sheet after 3-4 minutes. You don't want them to go for too long and burn completely so keep a close eye on it. Mine took 7 minutes on the dot. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before handling.

3. 3

   Peel the garlic, remove the tops of the jalapeños. If you'd like a mild salsa, remove the seeds from the jalapeño. This is optional, feel free to leave the seeds in if you prefer a spicier salsa.

4. 4

   Add the ingredients to a food processor along with the cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Pulse to desired consistency. Pour the salsa into a serving bowl and serve immediately or let cool for several hours in the refrigerator in an air tight container.