
Cook the Tomatillos:
Boil the tomatillos until softened.

Roasted serranos give this salsa verde a little smoky depth beneath the sharp tomatillo tang. Cilantro added at the end stays fresh and leaves the sauce with a little texture.
A good green salsa earns a place in the refrigerator because it works on so much more than chips. Softened tomatillos give it a bright, rounded base, roasted serranos bring heat, and fresh cilantro wakes it up at the end. I like a little herb texture left in the spoon. Put it over chilaquiles, eggs, grilled chicken, or a taco that needs some life. One batch can take a few meals in a much better direction.

Boil the tomatillos until softened.

Roast the serrano peppers until lightly charred.

Blend the tomatillos, peppers, garlic, half the cilantro, and seasonings.

Stir in the remaining chopped cilantro.
Thin with cooking liquid if needed and adjust the salt.

Roasted serranos give this salsa verde a little smoky depth beneath the sharp tomatillo tang. Cilantro added at the end stays fresh and leaves the sauce with a little texture.
Per 2 tablespoons

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