Spicy 5-Minute Chipotle Tomatillo Salsa Recipe Bliss
A zesty and tangy green salsa made with tomatillos, chipotle peppers, and fresh ingredients. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or as a dip.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 1.5 cups 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium tomatillos, husked and washed
- 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped white onion
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 cup water (adjust for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler and place tomatillos on a baking sheet. Broil for 5-7 minutes until charred, turning once.
- Blend roasted tomatillos, chipotle peppers, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and cumin in a blender.
- Add water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
- Pulse until smooth or slightly chunky, based on preference.
- Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Adjust chipotle peppers for more or less heat.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For a smokier flavor, roast the garlic as well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://cannedkitchen.com/chipotle-tomatillo-salsa-recipe/