Salsa verde is a perfect condiment for any occasion, from a casual weeknight dinner to a fiesta with family and friends. Elevate traditional Mexican fare including nachos, tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. But why stop there? Try green salsa on eggs, grilled meats and seafood for added zest and flavor.
Salsa verde, or green salsa is the Mexican condiment that will make your taste buds scream OLE! Green salsa is more than just a condiment, it is a culinary chameleon, transforming everything it touches into something extraordinary. Its verdant hue and vibrant flavor produces a symphony for the senses, creating a tingling tang and then a fiery finish on the tongue, ultimately, leaving behind a trail of pure delight.
A dollop of salsa verde on a scoop of guacamole is heavenly. The creamy richness of the avocado is perfectly complemented by the bright acidity and subtle heat of the salsa. Drizzle some over a bowl of tortilla soup to add a layer of complexity and flavor leaving you craving for more. Add some to an omelet or over easy egg to create a breakfast of champions. The runny yolk and the green salsa will create a delicious sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. No matter how you choose to enjoy it, green salsa is a must-have in any kitchen. Salsa verde isn’t just for tacos anymore.
Guacamole
Cooks in 70 minutesDifficulty: EasyA simple blend of avocado, garlic, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, tomatoes and lime. That’s it!
Is salsa verde spicy?
Tomatillos are what makes salsa verde green. Tomatillos can be sweet or a bit tart or sour, depending on how ripe they are. They contain no spice. The spice in green salsa comes from the chili peppers you choose to add to your salsa. Like it hot? Mix some jalapeños, serranos, or maybe even a habanero. Don’t like spice, go with sweet peppers or maybe a poblano. Salsa verde can be made as spicy as you like it.
Is salsa verde healthy?
Green salsa is made with a limited number of simple and healthy ingredients. Tomatillos, the main ingredient in salsa verde, contain many useful vitamins, nutrients and antioxidants. Salsa is also naturally low in fat and calories. These attributes are associated with reducing inflammation, supporting healthy vision, reducing the likelihood of cancer, helping with weight loss, arthritis and the control of blood sugar. Green salsa is a healthy and delicious condiment. Just watch what you eat it with.
Must I use a grill to cook tomatillos?
Tomatillos are not tomatoes but come from a plant related to the tomato. We believe blackening the tomatillos and chili peppers before peeling adds a depth to the flavor that cannot be replicated by boiling or searing the skin off in an oven. Using a grill is suggested but not necessary.
What ingredients go into green salsa?
tomatillos are the primary ingredient. You can find them in most decent grocery produce departments. during summer months,look for them at your local farmers market to support local farming and maximize freshness. The remainder of the ingredients are what turns the tomatoes into salsa. Chili peppers provide the spice and complexity to a good salsa. Onions, garlic, cilantro, oregano, white vinegar (or lime juice), a little brown sugar, salt and pepper are the remainder of the ingredients. Simple, yet delicious.
Ways to enjoy salsa verde
Green salsa is terrific with all of your favorite Mexican classics:
- Tacos: This salsa is a classic taco topping. Simply drizzle it over your tacos with cheese and lettuce.
- Burritos: Add salsa verde to your burritos for a burst of flavor.
- Enchiladas: Top your enchiladas with a puréed version of green salsa before baking. This will give them a slightly tart, tangy and spicy flavor.
- Quesadillas: use green salsa to season you quesadilla filling or top the quesadilla with it.
- Eggs: Our green salsa is a delicious addition to scrambled eggs, omelets, and frittatas.
- Chips and salsa: Serve this salsa with your favorite tortilla chips for a simple and satisfying snack.
Feeling creative? Try using salsa verde beyond traditional Mexican food. Here are some ideas:
- Salsa verde soup: Make a creamy and flavorful soup by blending green salsa with chicken or vegetable broth, milk, and cream.
- As a chicken marinade: Marinate chicken breasts in green salsa for a few hours before grilling or baking. This will give the chicken a moist and flavorful crust.
- Salsa verde pasta sauce: Toss cooked pasta with green salsa, grated Parmesan cheese, and a squeeze of lemon juice for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
- Green salsa hummus: Add a spoonful of this salsa to your next batch of hummus for a unique and flavorful twist.
- Green salsa deviled eggs: Fill your hard-boiled eggs with a mixture of mashed yolks, salsa, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard.
- Green salsa breakfast burrito: Scramble some eggs with green salsa, cheese, and your favorite toppings. Wrap it up in a tortilla and enjoy!
- Salsa verde fish tacos: Grill or bake some white fish fillets. Serve them on tortillas with your favorite toppings, including green salsa, cabbage, and avocado.
- Chicken nachos: Spread some tortilla chips on a baking sheet. Top with shredded chicken, green salsa, cheese, and your favorite toppings. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Salsa verde sauce: Use this salsa with grilled beef, pork, chicken or fish. It’s also a great addition to soups and stews.
- Green salsa grilled cheese sandwich: Spread butter on two slices of bread and place a slice of cheese on each. Top one slice of bread with this salsa and then sandwich the two slices together. Cook in a pan over medium heat until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Add some chicken, pork or ground meat to turn up the dial.
- Green salsa roasted vegetables: Toss your favorite vegetables (such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and potatoes) with olive oil, salt, pepper, and this salsa. Roast in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly browned.
- Green salsa shrimp cocktail: In a bowl, combine shrimp, salsa, cocktail sauce, and lemon juice. Serve in chilled cocktail glasses with lemon wedges and celery sticks.
How do I make salsa verde?
Salsa verde is a cinch to make at home. Simply roast the tomatillos, chili peppers and onion until they are slightly charred. Cut tomatillos into quarters and remove seeds from the chili peppers. Then place them in a food processor with the remaining ingredients and pulse until the desired consistency is achieved. If you want a spicier flavor and don’t mind the seeds, then do not remove them. If you want to use as a sauce over enchiladas, use a blender and purée until smooth.
No matter how you decide to use it, salsa verde will add color and flavor to many dishes you enjoy. It is rare when you find an addition that can improve your meal while also improving the meals health profile. Enjoy, and please share with us how you used this salsa.
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Salsa Verde
8
servings30
minutes10
minutesHomemade salsa verde has a tart, sweet and spicy flavor that complements most Mexican dishes and meats prepared on the grill.
Ingredients
10 Tomatillos
2 Jalapeño, Serrano or chili peppers of choice
1/2 Small onion
2 Cloves Garlic
1/4 Cup Chopped cilantro
2 Tbs Lime juice or white vinegar
1 Tsp Brown sugar
2 Tbs Oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Clean tomatillos and chili peppers. Heat grill to high and add the tomatillos, peppers and onion to grill. Once blackened and skin splits, turn them over. When blackened again, remove from heat and let cool. This can also be done under a broiler or sautéed on pan in your kitchen.
- Once tomatillos are cool enough to be handled, cut into halves or quarters. Any excess water left behind while tomatillos were cooling should be discarded. Place tomatillos in food processor. Cut pepper open and seed them. Cut into small pieces and place in food processor. Cut onion and garlic into small pieces and place in processor. Place remaining ingredients into food processor.
- Close lid to food processor and pulse until desired consistency is reached. Taste for seasoning. Add salt and pepper to taste. If you prefer a smooth salsa, use a blender instead of food processor .
- Place in glass bowl and enjoy immediately or refrigerate for at least one week.
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