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Chile de Tomatillo Salsa | Charred Tomatillo Salsa with Dried Chiles

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
chill 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings 20 servings
Calories 20 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 15 tomatillos about 2 pounds, husks removed
  • ½ white onion cut into 3 large chunks
  • 5 cloves garlic peeled
  • 7 dried chile de ristra peppers
  • 7 dried chile de árbol peppers
  • 7 dried chile pequín peppers
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1 bunch cilantro
  • ¼ cup water
  • ½ cup water for blending
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon powder
  • Peanut oil for cooking

Instructions
 

  • Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and lightly coat with peanut oil.
  • Add the tomatillos and cook, turning occasionally, until charred on several sides, about 8–10 minutes.
  • Add the onion chunks and garlic cloves. Continue cooking for 3–4 minutes until lightly charred.
  • Add the dried chile de ristra, chile de árbol, and chile pequín peppers. Toast for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
  • Pour in ¼ cup water and sprinkle in the chicken bouillon powder. Stir to combine.
  • Cover tightly with foil and allow the mixture to steam for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the vegetables, peppers, and cooking liquid to a food processor or blender.
  • Add the cilantro, lime juice, and remaining ½ cup water. Blend until smooth or your desired consistency is reached.
  • Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. For the best flavor, refrigerate overnight.
  • Stir before serving.

Notes

  • This is a medium-hot to hot salsa depending on the heat level of your peppers.
  • For a thinner salsa, add additional water 1 tablespoon at a time.
  • Refrigerating overnight significantly improves the flavor.
  • Excellent served with breakfast burritos, eggs, tacos, grilled chicken, pork, or tortilla chips.
Keyword Food Processor, Stove
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