Description
Bursting with smoky, tangy, and slightly spicy flavors, this Hatch Green Chile Salsa Verde is the perfect condiment to elevate tacos, grilled meats, or even breakfast burritos. A taste of New Mexico in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 medium Hatch green chiles (roasted, peeled, and seeded)
- 5–6 tomatillos (husked and roasted)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (peeled)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Roast the Chiles: Roast Hatch green chiles on a grill, stovetop, or oven until blistered. Place in a bowl, cover with a towel, and let sit for 10 minutes. Peel, remove stems and seeds.
- Roast Tomatillos: Husk and rinse tomatillos. Roast them in a skillet or broiler until softened and charred.
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender, combine roasted chiles, tomatillos, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on preference.
- Taste and Adjust: Adjust lime juice, cilantro, or salt as needed.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
1️⃣ Roasting is Key: Properly roasting the Hatch green chiles and tomatillos enhances their smoky flavor, which is essential for an authentic salsa verde taste. Don’t skip this step!
2️⃣ Adjust Spice Level: Control the heat by removing seeds from the Hatch chiles. For a milder salsa, use fewer chiles or ensure all seeds are removed.
3️⃣ Fresh is Best: While the salsa can be stored, it’s always more vibrant and flavorful when freshly made. Use it within a week for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min