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Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Description

The smoky sweetness of roasted tomatillos balances the acidity of lime and jalapeños in this homemade salsa, creating a complex and satisfying taste

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs. tomatillos (roughly 10 mediums sized)
  • 1 Tbsp canola oil
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 white onion, roughly 1 thick slice
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp pickled jalapeños with brine
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 small avocado, cored and peeled
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves (stems too)
  • Salt to taste
Instructions
  1. 1
    Peel outer husks and cut tomatillos in half
  2. 2
    In a hot pan, add oil to coat
  3. 3
    Place tomatillos in pan, cut side down, add onion and garlic
    Watch garlic cloves as they will burn quickly, only need a small amount of char
  4. 4
    After about 3-4 minutes turn the tomatillos over and continue to turn onions until char is present on everything and remove to container
  5. 5
    Add contents of container, jalapenos, water, avocado and cilantro to blender and process on low for about 1 minute.
  6. 6
    Add salt and continue to blend until smooth
  7. 7
    Remove to container and refrigerate until cool. Will last 3-5 days refrigerate
Read it online: https://brinnerbites.com/recipe/roasted-tomatillo-salsa/