Making Salsa Verde

Salsa Verde is this vibrant, zesty sauce is perfect as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, roasted potatoes such as Hasselbacks or as a dip with chips. It is a great topping for fish like John Dory. Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 6 medium tomatillos, husked and rinsed
• 1-2 jalapeño peppers (depending on your heat preference), stemmed and seeded
• 1/4 medium white onion
• 1 garlic clove, peeled
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
• 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional, for a smoother texture)

Preparation

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
   • Husk and rinse the tomatillos to remove the sticky residue.
   • Halve the jalapeño peppers and remove the seeds for less heat (or leave them in if you prefer spicier salsa).
   • Chop the onion into large chunks.
2. Cook the Tomatillos and Jalapeños:
   • Boiling Method (10 minutes): Place the tomatillos and jalapeños in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the tomatillos are soft and slightly pale.
   • Roasting Method (15 minutes): Preheat the broiler. Place the tomatillos, jalapeños, and onion on a baking sheet. Broil for 5-7 minutes, turning halfway through, until the tomatillos are charred and softened.
3. Blend the Salsa:
   • Transfer the cooked tomatillos, jalapeños, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and cumin to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. For a smoother consistency, you can add the optional teaspoon of olive oil while blending.
4. Adjust Seasoning:
   • Taste the salsa and adjust the salt or lime juice as needed.
5. Serve:
   • Pour the salsa into a bowl and serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 3 days. It can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Preparation and Cooking Time:

• Preparation Time: 5 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10-15 minutes
• Total Time: 15-20 minutes

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: ~50 kcal
• Protein: ~1 g
• Carbohydrates: ~10 g
• Fat: ~2 g (if using olive oil)
• Fiber: ~2 g
• Sugar: ~5 g
• Sodium: ~200 mg (depending on salt added)

This nutritional information is approximate and can vary depending on the specific ingredients used and preparation methods.