World Flavors Cookbook

Salsa Verde Cruda

Raw green tomatillo salsa with serrano chili, onion, cilantro, and lime — the tangy table salsa found at every Mexican taqueria.

Cuisine: Mexico

Ingredients

• 500g tomatillos, husked and rinsed
• 2-3 serrano chilies
• 1/4 white onion
• 1 clove garlic
• Large bunch fresh cilantro
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• Salt

Instructions

1. Roughly chop tomatillos, serranos, and onion.
2. Blend all ingredients together until slightly chunky (not completely smooth).
3. Add lime juice and salt.
4. Taste and adjust heat and salt.
5. Serve at room temperature.