Side dishe for 16
Spicy Tomatillo Salsa
Tomatillos, serrano peppers, garlic, and onion cook briefly before blending into a bright, spicy green salsa.
$3.91for 4 servings
$0.98 per serving$3.91 for 4
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Photo: mexicoinmykitchen.com
- 20 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 16servings as written
- $typical cost tier
MexicanVegetarianVeganDairy-freeGluten-freeLow-carbBudgetSide dishes
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Tomatillos$2.49/lb typical | 6 lb | $14.94Typical price |
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | a little | $0.08Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.08Typical price |
| Jalapeno peppers$0.25 each typical | 2 | $0.50Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $15.62 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 6 tomatillos
- 3 tbsp chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 or 3 serranos peppers
- salt to taste (optional)
- about 3 cups of water to cook the tomatoes and peppers
Steps
- Place the tomatillos, serrano peppers, garlic, and water in a medium saucepan.
- Bring the water to a boil, then simmer the vegetables for 8 minutes until softened.
- Drain the vegetables and let them cool for 2 minutes.
- Blend the vegetables with the chopped onion and salt until mostly smooth.
- Cool the salsa for 5 minutes before serving.
Swaps
- Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
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