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Salsa Verde Cocida

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This recipe is part of the Epicurious Online Cooking School, in partnership with the Culinary Institute of America. To watch it being made, and to learn how to make other Mexican classics, check out the video classes.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 1 cup

Ingredients

10 fresh tomatillos, husked and rinsed
2 fresh jalapeños, stems removed
1/4 small onion
1 clove garlic
1/4 bunch fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon canola oil
Kosher salt

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a small saucepan over moderate heat, cover the tomatillos, jalapeños, onion, and garlic with water and cook until the tomatillos and jalapeños change color. Remove from the heat, discard the water, and set the ingredients aside to cool slightly. Transfer to a blender or food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped. Add the cilantro and process on low until smooth.

    Step 2

    In a small saucepan over moderate heat, heat the oil until hot but not smoking. Carefully add the salsa and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 8 minutes. Season to taste with salt.

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