Best 6 Mexican Spicy Tomatillo Sauce Recipes

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**Savor the Authentic Flavors of Mexico with Our Spicy Tomatillo Sauce Recipes**

Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant streets of Mexico with our enticing collection of spicy tomatillo sauce recipes. Discover the perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and smoky flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Mexican cuisine. From the classic green tomatillo salsa to the versatile roasted tomatillo sauce and the unique tomatillo avocado salsa, our recipes cater to a range of tastes and preferences. Unleash your inner chef and prepare to create these delectable sauces that will elevate your dishes to new heights of flavor.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

TOMATILLO SAUCE RECIPE



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Similar to your favorite salsa verde, this tomatillo sauce recipe uses all of the same ingredients, but emulsifies it with olive oil for more of a creamy sauce consistency. Get the recipe.

Provided by Mike Hultquist

Categories     hot sauce     Main Course     sauce

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds tomatillos (husks peeled, rinsed)
3 jalapeno peppers
2-3 serrano peppers (or use 6 jalapenos total to tame the heat)
1 medium red onion
4-6 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
¼ cup white wine vinegar
Juice from 1 lime
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Salt to taste
¼ cup neutral oil

Steps:

  • Set your oven to broil.
  • Slice the tomatillos and peppers in half, then set them onto a roasting pan.
  • Slice the onion into thick strips and set them onto the roasting pan, along with the garlic.
  • Roast the ingredients for 20 minutes, or until the skins char and puff up. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  • Peel off the skins and discard.
  • Squeeze the roasted garlic from the skins.
  • Add the tomatillos, peppers, onion and garlic to a food processor or blender along with the cilantro, vinegar, lime juice, cumin and salt.
  • Process until smooth.
  • With the blender or food processor running, slowly drizzle the oil into the mixture to let it emulsify. It should take about 5 minutes. The sauce will thicken up slightly.
  • Serve as desired!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 2 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TOMATILLO SAUCE



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 45m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound tomatillos, husked and rinsed
3 cloves garlic, unpeeled
1 Anaheim chile, seeded, deveined
1 white onion, quartered
1/2 jalapeno chile, seeded, deveined
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus more for sprinkling
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for sprinkling
Juice from 1/2 lime

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the tomatillos, garlic, Anaheim chile, onions and jalapeno on a baking sheet. Toss the vegetables with the oil, salt and pepper. Roast the vegetables until the tomatillos turn a dark-green color and the onions golden brown, about 30 minutes.
  • Let the vegetables cool slightly. Peel the garlic and transfer all the ingredients to a blender. Blend until smooth, about 1 minute. Add the lime juice and sprinkle with more salt and pepper.
  • The tomatillo sauce can be made 1 day ahead, covered and chilled.

SPICY ROASTED TOMATILLO SALSA



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This roasted tomatillo salsa is Weight Watchers®-friendly, easy to make, and fresh! Perfect for a chip dip and to make into a homemade enchilada sauce!

Provided by Bites of Flavor

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Salsa Verde Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray
8 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
1 serrano pepper
1 jalapeno pepper
½ medium yellow onion, quartered
3 cloves garlic, unpeeled
½ cup cilantro leaves
1 lime, juiced
1 tablespoon kosher salt
½ tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler to high. Spray a baking sheet with fat-free cooking spray.
  • Cut tomatillos in half and place cut-side-down on the prepared baking sheet with serrano pepper, jalapeno pepper, onion, and garlic.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until charred, about 20 minutes, turning peppers halfway through cooking time.
  • Remove vegetables from the oven and let cool completely, about 15 minutes. Remove stems from peppers and peel garlic.
  • Combine tomatillos, serrano pepper, jalapeno pepper, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a food processor and pulse to desired consistency. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19.4 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 1446.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

QUICK GREEN TOMATILLO SALSA



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I make this tangy, versatile tomatillo salsa to accompany a range of Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes. It's always great with shrimp and fish, and it's my go-to salsa for tacos with chicken in the filling, and with vegetables like potatoes and greens, summer squash and corn. I roast the tomatillos under the broiler before blending them to get a deep, toasty flavor. You can also roast the chiles if you want a deeper roasted-spicy flavor, as opposed to grassy-spicy flavor. If you wish to roast the chiles alongside the tomatillos, place the whole chiles on the baking sheet, too; they will be done faster than the tomatillos, only a minute or two on each side. Once they're cool enough to handle, peel and stem them, and coarsely chop, then proceed with the recipe.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dips and spreads

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound tomatillos, husked and rinsed
2 to 4 jalapeño or serrano chiles, to taste, coarsely chopped (and seeded, if you would like a milder salsa)
1/4 cup chopped white or yellow onion, soaked for 5 minutes in cold water, drained and rinsed
1 garlic clove, peeled and halved (optional)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat broiler, positioning a rack at the highest setting under the heat. Cover a baking sheet with foil and place tomatillos on top, stem side down. Broil 2 to 5 minutes, until charred on one side. Turn tomatillos over and broil 2 to 5 minutes longer, until charred. Transfer tomatillos to a blender, tipping in any juice that may have accumulated on the foil.
  • Add chiles, onions, garlic (if using), cilantro and 1/4 cup water to blender and blend to a coarse purée. Transfer to a bowl and thin out as desired with water. Taste and adjust salt. Set aside for at least 30 minutes before serving, to allow the flavors to develop.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 42, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 302 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

TOMATILLO SALSA VERDE



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This authentic Mexican salsa verde has a fabulous flavor. Use it on chicken enchiladas or as a condiment for any dish that needs a little extra zip!

Provided by Kimberly Binning

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Salsa Verde Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound tomatillos, husked
½ cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 serrano chile peppers, minced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons salt, or to taste
2 cups water

Steps:

  • Place tomatillos, onion, garlic, and chile pepper into a saucepan. Season with cilantro, oregano, cumin, and salt; pour in water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the tomatillos are soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Using a blender, carefully puree the tomatillos and water in batches until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 439.5 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

ANA'S SPICY CHIPOTLE TOMATILLO SAUCE



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Tangy and spicy tomatillo sauce! Delicious served over tacos, quesadillas, or just with chips.

Provided by ana

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
1 clove garlic, peeled
water as needed
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Place tomatillos and garlic in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and let simmer over medium-low heat until tomatillos are very soft and opaque, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer mixture to an electric blender along with chipotle peppers. Blend with enough cooking liquid for desired consistency. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4.5 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Sodium 72.3 mg

Tips:

- Choose firm and ripe tomatillos for the best flavor and texture. - To easily remove the husks from tomatillos, use a sharp knife to cut around the stem and then peel the husk off. - To roast the tomatillos, place them on a baking sheet and broil them in the oven until they are slightly charred and softened. - For a milder sauce, remove the seeds from the tomatillos before blending. - If you like a smoky flavor, add a roasted jalapeño pepper to the sauce. - To make the sauce creamy, add a cup of sour cream or Greek yogurt. - Serve the sauce with your favorite Mexican dishes, such as tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or quesadillas.

Conclusion:

This Mexican Spicy Tomatillo Sauce is a flavorful and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it mild or spicy, creamy or chunky, this sauce is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy way to add some Mexican flavor to your meal, give this tomatillo sauce a try.

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