Fresh Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Ingredients

• 1 pound tomatillos, husked and rinsed
• 1 medium-sized onion, quartered
• 1-2 jalapeño peppers, stemmed
• 1 garlic clove, unpeeled
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, loosely packed
• 1 lime, juiced (about 2 tablespoons juice)
• 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper (to taste)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. 2

   Husk and rinse tomatillos, then place them on a baking sheet along with the quartered onion, jalapeño peppers, and unpeeled garlic.

3. 3

   Roast in the oven for 10-15 minutes until the tomatillos are softened and slightly charred.

4. 4

   Allow roasted ingredients to cool for a few minutes.

5. 5

   Place the roasted tomatillos, onion, jalapeños, and garlic in a food processor. Add fresh cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper, and blend until smooth.

6. 6

   Taste the salsa and adjust salt and lime juice as needed.

7. 7

   Transfer to a container and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

8. 8

   Enjoy your tomatillo salsa verde with tortilla chips, tacos, or grilled dishes.