Mario's Tomatillo Salsa

Spicy Salsa

skill level

Easy

time

1-30min

servings

cost

Contributed by : Mario Batali

This zippy dip adds a kick to meat or fish, and spices up classic tortilla chips.

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step 1

ingredients 1 1/2 pounds Tomatillos (husked and rinsed)

instructions Bring a large pot of water to the boil. Season generously with salt. Boil the tomatillos until just soft, about 7 to 8 minutes. Then, drain and cool in an ice bath.
step 2

ingredients 3 Garlic cloves
1/2 bunch of Cilantro
1 Serrano Chili

instructions Add tomatillos to a blender, along with the garlic, cilantro and serrano chili (use half the chili if you don't like too much spice). Add a generous pinch of salt.
step 3

ingredients 2 Limes (juiced)
Salt and Pepper to taste

instructions Blend until almost smooth but leave a bit of texture to the sauce. Squeeze in the lime juice and adjust seasoning.
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