Salsa, a staple condiment in Mexican cuisine, brings a burst of flavor and freshness to any dish. This versatile sauce, made from fresh tomatoes and tomatillos, can be used as a dip for tortilla chips, a topping for tacos and burritos, or as a marinade for grilled meats. With countless variations, salsa can be customized to suit personal preferences, from mild and tangy to spicy and flavorful. This article presents a collection of tantalizing tomato-tomatillo salsa recipes that cater to different tastes and preferences. From the classic Roasted Tomato Salsa, which captures the smoky and sweet flavors of roasted tomatoes, to the unique Salsa Verde, made with tomatillos, cilantro, and jalapeños, each recipe offers a distinct flavor profile. Whether you prefer a smooth or chunky texture, a mild or spicy kick, this article has a salsa recipe that will satisfy your cravings.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GREEN TOMATO (OR TOMATILLO) SALSA
Try this one. It's from National Center for Home Food Preservation. It's a great way to use up those green tomatoes at the end of the season. Note: I do not peel the green tomatoes or the peppers. This is great for enchiladas or burritos.
Provided by cando
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h55m
Yield 5 pints
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Caution: Wear plastic or rubber gloves and do not touch your face while handling or cutting hot peppers. If you do not wear gloves, wash hands thoroughly with soap and water before touching your face or eyes.
- Preparing Tomatillos: Remove the dry outer husks from tomatillos; wash thoroughly. They do not need to be peeled or seeded.
- Preparing Peppers: The skin of long green chiles may be tough and can be removed by heating the peppers. Usually when peppers are finely chopped, they do not need to be skinned. If you choose to peel chiles, slit each pepper along the side to allow steam to escape. Peel using one of these two methods:.
- Oven or broiler method to blister skins - Place chiles in a hot oven (400°F) or broiler for 6 to 8 minutes until skins blister.
- Range-top method to blister skins - Cover hot burner (either gas or electric) with heavy wire mesh. Place peppers on burner for several minutes until skins blister.
- To peel, after blistering skins, place peppers in a pan and cover with a damp cloth. (This will make peeling the peppers easier.) Cool several minutes; slip off skins. Discard seeds and chop.
- The peppers do not need to be peeled, but seeds are often removed.
- Hot Pack: Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan and stir frequently over high heat until mixture begins to boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2O minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Ladle hot into clean, hot pint jars, leaving ½-inch headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace if needed. Wipe rims of jars with a dampened, clean paper towel; apply two-piece metal canning lids.
- Process pints for 15 minutes in a BWB.
- Note: You may use green tomatoes in this recipe or tomatillos.
- Important: The only other change you can safely make in this salsa recipe is to change the amount of spices and herbs. Do not alter the proportions of vegetables to acid and tomatoes because it might make the salsa unsafe. Do not substitute vinegar for the lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.3, Fat 1.6, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 1405, Carbohydrate 31.1, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 14.5, Protein 3.9
TOMATILLO OR GREEN TOMATO APPLE SALSA
Spicy hot fruity salsa is refreshingly crunchy, tart from the Granny Smiths, lime, and apple cider vinegar. Can't get tomatillos use green tomatoes.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Sauces
Time 35m
Yield 4-5 pints, 60 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare jars for canning.
- In a large pot combine all ingredients except for the granules.
- bring to a boil and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Place 1/8 teaspoon of the granules in each pint if using.
- Ladle into hot sterlized jars leaving 1/2 inch head space.
- Wipe rims and top with lids.
- Process for 10 minutes in a hot water bath covered by at least 1 inch of water.
- Remove jars a leave in a draft free spot for 24 hours.
- Lable and store in a pantry fo up to 1 year.
GRILLED CHICKEN WITH TOMATILLO-TOMATO SALSA
Spanish for "little tomatoes," tomatillos are most delicious in their green state. Rinse them after you peel away the husks to remove any sticky coating.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat grill to medium; lightly oil grates. In a shallow dish, stir together 2 tablespoons lime juice and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Add chicken and coat. Let sit 15 minutes.
- In the bowl of a food processor, pulse onion and jalapeno until finely chopped. Add tomatillos and pulse once or twice. Fold in tomatoes, cilantro, and remaining lime juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Grill chicken, covered, until opaque throughout, about 10 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and tent with aluminum foil; let rest 5 minutes. Serve chicken with salsa.
TOMATO TOMATILLO SALSA
Tomatilla is a widely used ingredient in South America, according to my Canadian Living magazine from two years ago! It's a generic thing to say, since I'm sure each country has it's own way of using it.
Provided by Studentchef
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a pot of boiling water, blanch tomatoes for about 30 seconds. Immediately place in ice cold water, then peel, seed and chop to make about 2 cups.
- In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients together. You can also make this ahead of time, by putting the salsa in an airtight container up to 24 hours, and draining just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.6, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 8.8, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 6.2, Protein 1.8
TOMATILLO AND YELLOW TOMATO SALSA WITH TORTILLA CHIPS
Categories Tomato Appetizer Fry Fourth of July Quick & Easy Summer Gourmet
Yield Makes 8 dozen chips and about 6 cups salsa
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make chips:
- In a kettle heat 3/4-inch oil to 375°F on a deep-fat thermometer and fry tortilla wedges, a dozen at a time, until crisp and most of bubbling subsides, about 1 minute, transferring chips with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle chips with salt to taste. Tortilla chips may be made 1 day ahead and kept in airtight containers.
- Make salsa:
- In a bowl combine well oil, tomatillos, tomatoes or bell peppers, onion, jalapeños, coriander, and salt to taste and chill salsa, covered, at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Serve salsa with chips.
Tips:
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes and tomatillos. This will ensure that your salsa has the best possible flavor.
- Roast the tomatoes and tomatillos before blending them. This will help to concentrate their flavor and give the salsa a smoky, roasted flavor.
- Use fresh herbs and spices. Fresh herbs and spices will add a lot of flavor to your salsa. Some good options include cilantro, oregano, cumin, and chili powder.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make salsa, so feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors.
- Make a big batch of salsa and store it in the refrigerator or freezer. This way, you'll always have some on hand for when you need it.
Conclusion:
Tomato-tomatillo salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It can be served with chips, tacos, burritos, enchiladas, or just about anything else you can think of. It's also a great way to use up leftover tomatoes and tomatillos. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack or side dish, give tomato-tomatillo salsa a try.
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