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SALSA VERDE RECIPE: THE ULTIMATE MEXICAN GREEN SALSA

Steps:

• Peel, rinse and dry the tomatillos. Slice them in half and set them onto a large lined baking sheet.
• Slice 1 serrano pepper in half and set it on the baking sheet with the tomatillos, skin sides up.
• Roast the tomatillos and serrano pepper at 425 degrees F. for 15 minutes, or until the tomatillos begin to char slightly. The skins will darken.
• Remove and transfer to a food processor or blender.
• Add the remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Adjust for salt and serve. Or, refrigerate in a sealed container to let the flavors mingle. Great with tortilla chips!

FRESH GREEN SALSA (SALSA VERDE CRUDA)

Steps:

• Put the tomatillos in a blender first, then add the remaining ingredients. Pulse a few times, then blend until the salsa is very smooth, at least 1 minute. Season to taste with additional chile and salt, and blend again.

SALSA VERDE: GREEN TOMATILLO SALSA

Steps:

• Whether you choose the verdant, slushy, herby freshness of the all-raw tomatillo salsa or the oil-colored, voluptuous, sweet-sour richness of the roasted version, tomatillos are about brightening tang. The buzz of the fresh hot green chile adds thrill, all of which adds up to a condiment most of us simply don't want to live without.
• For the All-Raw version: Roughly chop the tomatillos and the chiles. In a blender or food processor, combine the tomatillos, chiles, cilantro and 1/4 cup water. Process to a coarse puree, then scrape into a serving dish. Rinse the onion under cold water, then shake to remove excess moisture. Stir into the salsa and season with salt, usually a generous 1/4 teaspoon.
• For the Roasted version:
• Preheat a broiler.
• Roast the tomatillos and chiles on a baking sheet 4 inches below a very hot broiler until darkly roasted, even blackened in spots, about 5 minutes. Flip them over and roast the other side, 4 to 5 minutes more will give you splotchy-black and blistered tomatillos and chiles. In a blender or food processor, combine the tomatillos and chiles, including all the delicious juice that has run onto the baking sheet. Add the cilantro and 1/4 cup water, blend to a coarse puree, and scrape into a serving dish. Rinse the onion under cold water, then shake to remove the excess moisture. Stir into the salsa and season with salt, usually a generous 1/4 teaspoon.

FRESH SALSA VERDE

Steps:

• In an ungreased skillet, cook tomatillos over medium heat for 10 minutes or until tender and browned, turning frequently. Cool on a wire rack. For a milder flavor, remove veins and seeds from serrano peppers; finely chop peppers., In a food processor, combine the tomatillos, peppers, onion, 2 tablespoons cilantro, garlic and salt; cover and pulse just until mixture is coarsely pureed. , Transfer to a serving bowl; sprinkle with remaining cilantro. Refrigerate until serving.

SALSA VERDE CRUDA

Steps:

• Starting with the tomatillos, put all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor, then process to a smooth consistency. The salsa should be quite thick, so don't be tempted to add water to thin it. It is best when served right away, but it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.

MEXICAN SALSA VERDE, GREEN HOT SAUCE

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients in a food processor.
• Process until almost smooth.
• Let stand at room temperature for 1-2 hours.

FRESH SALSA VERDE

Steps:

• Place the tomatillos, garlic, cilantro, green onions, jalapenos and salt in the blender or food processor container.
• Pulse until onions are processed, about 10 to 15 seconds.
• Pulse a few more times in needed, but be careful and not over process.
• Pour mixture into an airtight container, and chill for 1 to 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
• Before serving, add the cubed avocado.
• The cook time reflects the chilling time.