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Create a Delicious Tomatillo-Chipotle Salsa with Ease
Looking for a tasty salsa recipe that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this easy-to-make tomatillo-chipotle salsa. A classic Mexican dish, it combines the bold flavors of roasted, tangy, savory tomatillo and rich, smoky, earthy chipotle pepper to create the perfect combination of flavors.
Tomatillo-Chipotle Salsa is a perfect complement for many dishes like tacos, tostadas, and nachos, or to dip your favorite chips. The two main ingredients for this salsa recipe are naturally tomatillos and chipotle peppers. With its acidic and sweet taste, the tomatillo blends perfectly with the spiciness and smokiness of the chipotle peppers in adobo.
Discovering Tomatillo: A Mexican Delicacy
Tomatillo, also referred to as the Mexican husk tomato, is a green or green-purple fruit that is essential in Mexican cuisine. Originating in Mexico, Tomatillos are a versatile ingredient that can be eaten raw or cooked to enhance various dishes.
What is Chipotle in Adobo Sauce?
Chipotle in Adobo sauce is a popular ingredient in Mexican cuisine. Unleash the fiery and tantalizing taste of dried and smoked jalapeno pepper sauce, adding depth and heat to your favorite dishes with its unique combination of tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices.
Chipotle in Adobo sauce is a versatile ingredient used as a marinade, base for soups and stews, or condiment in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine. It adds a burst of flavor to any dish and is readily available in grocery stores and online retailers.
If you’re a fan of Chipotle, this recipe is for you. While store-bought salsa is convenient, this homemade salsa is worth the few extra minutes.
The Ingredients in This Salsa
3 Ingredients + salt
Chipotle peppers in Adobo Sauce – Chipotle Peppers in Adobo sauce are jalapeño chiles that have been dried, smoked, and then packed in a flavorful sauce made of tangy tomatoes and spices.
Tomatillos – Once their husks are removed, the tomatillos underneath may feel a bit sticky. That’s okay and normal. Just rinse them clean under cool running water and pat them dry.
Garlic – Roast or not to roast garlic? Roast if you want a milder taste from the garlic, but if you love garlic don’t roast…up to you.
Salt – Salt to taste
Lime – Optional: just a squeeze from a fresh lime with add some kick to your salsa
HOW TO MAKE THIS SALSA
Remove paper husk from tomatillos, and rinse thoroughly. Under the husk is a sticky residue which you can rinse off with cold water
Roast tomatillos* and unpeeled garlic at 400° F for 15 – 20 minutes on a baking sheet*.
Remove seeds from chipotle peppers by slicing the pepper open and using a small spoon to remove seeds.
Add deseeded chipotle peppers, roasted tomatillos, roasted garlic cloves, and salt to a blender or food processor and blend. (I usually de-seed the chipotles, but don’t worry if you leave a few seeds behind.)If you want salsa thinner, add water a tablespoon at a time for the desired thickness. Salt to taste. Enjoy!
TIPS:
•Tomatillos can be grilled, boiled, broiled, or stove-top roasted instead of oven-roasted for this recipe.
•Spray the baking sheet or foil with cooking spray to prevent tomatillos from sticking to the pan or foil.
•Salsa clumping? Place salsa in a skillet bring it to a light simmer and cook the salsa for 8 to 10 minutes. Cooking the salsa helps remove the natural pectins in the tomatillos and keep your salsa from clumping up when refrigerated.
Storing
Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days.
Storing in Freezer: Freeze the tomatillo-chipotle salsa in freezer-friendly containers, leaving 1/2 inch headspace to allow for expansion. Label and date containers before freezing. Thaw frozen salsa in the refrigerator before use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add cilantro or onions to this recipe? Yes, you can. I add a small amount so as not to overpower the main ingredients of tomatillo and chipotle. Acidity? Acidity can be cut down by adding a 1/2 tsp of sugar to the salsa.
Can I leave some seeds in salsa? Yes, just remember it will add spiciness to salsa
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Tomatillo-Chipotle Salsa
Ingredients
- 8 tomatillos husked and rinsed
- 2 - 4 chipotles in adobo sauce seeds removed ( 4 will be spicy)
- 3 - 4 garlic cloves unpeeled
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste.
Instructions
- Remove paper husk from tomatillos*, and rinse thoroughly
- Roast tomatillos and unpeeled garlic at 400° F for 15 - 20 minutes.
- Add chipotle peppers, roasted tomatillos, roasted garlic cloves, and salt to a blender or food processor and blend.
- Add water to make salsa thinner if desired. Salt to taste. Enjoy!
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