Mexican Salsa Verde Green Hot Sauce
Brighten up your meals with the zesty and vibrant flavors of homemade Mexican Salsa Verde Green Hot Sauce! This easy, 20-minute recipe bursts with authentic Mexican taste, featuring tangy tomatillos, spicy jalapeños, and the fresh kick of cilantro. Perfectly blended with garlic, onion, and a splash of lime juice, this smooth and versatile green hot sauce is ideal as a topping for tacos, burritos, or grilled meats—or as a delicious dip for tortilla chips. With its balance of heat and acidity, this salsa verde is a must-have for any lover of bold, homemade sauces. Make this quick and flavorful condiment today, and elevate your dishes with a classic taste of Mexico!
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Ingredients
- 8 medium-sized Tomatillos
- 2 medium-sized Jalapeños
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 0.5 medium White onion
- 0.5 cup, tightly packed Cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Remove the husks from the tomatillos and rinse them thoroughly under warm water to remove any sticky residue.
Step 2
Place the tomatillos and jalapeños in a medium saucepan. Fill the saucepan with water until the vegetables are just covered.
Step 3
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the tomatillos and jalapeños are softened and the tomatillos have turned from bright green to olive green.
Step 4
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the boiled tomatillos and jalapeños to a blender. Allow them to cool for 5 minutes.
Step 5
Add the garlic cloves, onion, cilantro leaves, lime juice, and salt to the blender. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and no chunks remain.
Step 6
Taste the salsa verde and adjust the salt or lime juice as needed. If the sauce is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water and blend again until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 7
Transfer the hot sauce to an airtight container or glass jar and let it cool completely before refrigerating. The flavors will deepen after resting for a couple of hours.
Step 8
Serve your Mexican Salsa Verde Green Hot Sauce as a condiment for tacos, drizzled over burritos, or as a dip with tortilla chips. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (654g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 190.6 |
| Total Fat 1.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2425.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.5g | |
| Protein 7.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 140.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1810.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories