Homemade Green Salsa

This homemade green salsa is the perfect way to add a burst of flavor to your favorite Mexican dishes. Made with fresh tomatillos, jalapeños, cilantro, white onion, lime juice, salt, and black pepper, this salsa is both flavorful and versatile. Tomatillos are a type of Mexican husk tomato that are typically used in green salsas. They have a slightly tart flavor that pairs well with the heat of the jalapeños. Jalapeños are a type of chili pepper that can range in heat from mild to hot. For this recipe, we recommend using a medium-heat jalapeño, but you can adjust the amount of heat to your liking. Cilantro is a fresh herb that adds a bright, citrusy flavor to the salsa. White onion is a mild-flavored onion that adds a bit of sweetness to the salsa. Lime juice adds a bit of acidity to the salsa, which helps to balance out the sweetness of the onion. Salt and black pepper are used to season the salsa. To make the salsa, simply combine all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender and pulse until smooth. You can adjust the seasoning to your liking by adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice.

The history of salsa is a long and winding one, dating back to the ancient Aztecs. The Aztecs used a variety of ingredients to make their salsas, including tomatoes, chili peppers, onions, and cilantro. These salsas were typically used as a condiment or dipping sauce for various dishes. Over time, salsa made its way to Spain, where it was adopted by the Spanish conquistadors. The Spanish brought salsa to the Americas, where it quickly became a popular condiment. Today, salsa is enjoyed all over the world as a way to add flavor to a variety of dishes. There are many different types of salsa, each with its own unique flavor. Some of the most popular types of salsa include: * **Green salsa:** Made with tomatillos, jalapeños, cilantro, white onion, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. * **Red salsa:** Made with tomatoes, chili peppers, onions, garlic, and cumin. * **Salsa fresca:** Made with fresh tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños. * **Salsa ranchera:** Made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, chili peppers, and cumin, and simmered in a tomato sauce. * **Salsa verde:** Made with tomatillos, green chili peppers, onions, garlic, and cilantro. Salsa is a versatile condiment that can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes. It can be used as a dipping sauce for chips, tacos, and burritos. It can also be used as a marinade for meat or fish. Or, it can simply be used as a condiment to add flavor to your favorite dishes.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound tomatillos, husked and quartered
• 4 jalapeños, seeded and minced
• 1 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/2 cup chopped white onion
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender and pulse until smooth.
2. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
3. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Why It Works

• The combination of tomatillos, jalapeños, cilantro, and white onion creates a flavorful and versatile salsa.
• The use of fresh ingredients ensures that the salsa has a bright and vibrant flavor.
• The lime juice adds a bit of acidity to the salsa, which helps to balance out the sweetness of the onion.