FBD

Smoky Tomatillo Salsa

MexicanVegetarianIntermediate15 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 lb Tomatillos, husked
  • 1 tsp Olive oil
  • 0.3 cup Red onion, finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 2 each Canned chipolte chiles, finely chopped OR 2 dried chipolte chiles
  • 1 tsp White vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dried leaf oregano (preferably Mexican oregano)
  • 0.5 tsp Salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat the broiler, and cover a baking sheet with aluminum foil.

  2. 2

    With baking sheet 5 to 6 inches from flame, broil the tomatillos for 15 to 18 minutes, turning occasionally.

  3. 3

    Tomatillos will darken in spots.

  4. 4

    Remove from broiler, allow to cool, and finely chop.

  5. 5

    Warm the olive oil in a skillet.

  6. 6

    Add the onion and saute until softened.

  7. 7

    In a bowl, combine the onion and tomatillos.

  8. 8

    Stir in all remaining ingredients.

  9. 9

    May be served warm or cold.

  10. 10

    Makes about 2 cups.

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