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Cozy and Fresh: Tomatillo Sauce for Enchiladas


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and tangy tomatillo sauce perfect for enhancing enchiladas and other dishes, packed with fresh flavors.


Ingredients

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  • 10 tomatillos, husked and quartered
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the tomatillos, onion, garlic, and jalapeño in a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth, creating a beautiful green puree that smells divine!
  3. Add the cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Blend again until combined and vibrant.
  4. Pour the sauce into a saucepan and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
  5. Cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together into a fragrant hug for your taste buds.
  6. Serve drizzled over your favorite enchiladas, or enjoy it with chips!

Notes

Make ahead for up to a week; tastes better the next day.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 30
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg