Vegan Tomatillo Green Chili Salsa is a tasty and spicy condiment. It is made with tomatillos, green chilies, cilantro, garlic, and onions. The tomatillos and chilies give a deep and smoky flavor, while the cilantro, onion, and garlic give the salsa a fresh and herbaceous taste. This salsa is an essential component of many Mexican and Southwestern cuisines. You can pair this salsa with tacos, chips, grilled tempeh, roasted veggies, salads, soups, or stews. It is a delicious and healthy sauce recipe. Minerals, antioxidants, and vitamins are rich in this salsa. Vegan Tomatillo Green Chili Salsa is a must-try recipe for anyone who enjoys spicy food or is simply searching for a new condiment recipe.
Lets prepare the zesty and flavorful salsa with the directions (listed below).
STATS
- Course: Dips and Sauces
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Vegan
- Total Time: Twenty one mins
- Preparation Time: Six minutes
- Cook Time: Fifteen minutes
- Method: Stovetop
EQUIPMENT
- A sharp knife
- Nonstick pot
- Food blender
- Serving plate
INGREDIENTS
- Five washed and husked tomatillos
- Roma tomatoes 3
- Jalapeno 1
- Chopped garlic cloves 3
- One Anaheim chili
- Red onion 1/2
- Two tsp of salt
- Cumin one tsp
- One-fourth cup of cilantro
- Lemon juice
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cut the onion, tomatoes, jalapeno, anaheim chili, and tomatillos into rough slices.
- Next, roughly grate the garlic with the help of a knife.
- After chopping, shift all items to a nonstick pot.
- Cover the pot with approximately three by fourth cup of water.
- Next, add cumin and salt to the same pot.
- Now, simmer all items on a medium burner flame for about sixteen minutes.
- After simmering, switch off the burner flame.
- Then, add lime juice and one-fourth cup of cilantro to the pot.
- Set aside the pot for a few minutes or until the salsa is lightly cool.
- After that, shift the salsa mixture to a food blender.
- Blend all items until a fine texture forms.
- The tasty Tomatillo Green Chili Salsa is ready.
- Transfer the salsa to a serving plate.
- Serve and enjoy it with any chips.
VARIATIONS OF THE SALSA
Roasted tomatillo salsa:
- First of all, we will roast the tomatoes in the oven. After roasting, add the roasted tomatoes to the salsa.
Avocado tomatillo:
- The flavors of avocado tomatillo salsa are the same but the process of preparation is a little different.
Tomatillo habanero salsa:
- Replace the jalapeno with a habanero for a hot tomatillo salsa.
Pineapple tomatillo salsa:
- Incorporate small chunks of pineapple into the salsa for a coarse salsa. Approximately half a cup of pineapple is enough, but you can alter the amount of pineapple to your choice.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
- Pair the spicy and zesty salsa with vegetable nachos or sweet potato tacos.
- Enjoy it with grilled mushroom fajitas and a vegan quesadilla.
- Grilled cheese fries or vegan chili go well with the salsa.
- Pour the salsa over steamed vegan tamales.
- Serve it with a tempeh scramble or vegan pizza.
TIPS
- Choose good-quality and firm tomatillos.
- After removing the outer skin of the tomatillos, we will wash them with water to remove their remaining residue.
- Use fresh garlic, jalapeno, and cilantro for the best flavors.
- Try this salsa with any herbs(parsley, basil/oregano) of your choice.
- Utilize different types of peppers to prepare this salsa.
STORAGE INFORMATION
Fridge:
- Save the tasty salsa in a covered plastic bowl and refrigerate it for six to eight days.
Freezer:
- It is a freezer-friendly salsa recipe. We can preserve the salsa in the freezer for ninety days.
FAQs
Are green tomatoes and tomatillos the same?
- No. The tomatoes & tomatillos are different but resemble somehow in texture. Green tomatoes taste less acidic and more tangy than tomatillos.
Which type of chili peppers are utilized in this salsa?
- Peppers like jalapenos, serranos, and poblanos are frequently utilized. You may alter the type & amount of spice depending on your taste level.
How can the sticky residue from tomatillos be removed?
- Remove the outer husks, then rinse the tomatillos well under warm water and rub them gently to get rid of the sticky layers.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING
Total servings 4
Total Calories 40 kcal
Carbohydrates 9 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Protein 1 g
Total Fat 1 g
Sugar 4 g
Potassium 289 mg
Iron 1 mg
