Roasted Tomatillo-Chipotle Salsa
This smoky, spicy salsa is made with just four simple ingredients—roasted tomatillos, chipotles in adobo, garlic, and salt. Bold in flavor and easy to prepare, this salsa is perfect for dipping, drizzling over tacos al pastor, or adding a kick to your favorite Mexican dishes.
Servings: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 6 tomatillos husked and rinsed
- 4 chipotles in adobo sauce
- 4 large garlic cloves
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Heat the broiler. Place tomatillos and garlic in a bake safe dish and broil for about 8 minutes, turning once, or until tomatillos are blackened in spots and softened. Let cool.
- Scrape the tomatillos and any accumulated juices into a blender; add the chiles, roasted garlic (skins removed), and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Notes
- Simmer for a smoother salsa: After blending, bring the salsa to a light simmer and cook for 8–10 minutes. This step helps break down the natural pectins in the tomatillos and prevents the salsa from clumping once chilled.
- Refrigerate: Store leftover Roasted Tomatillo-Chipotle Salsa in an airtight container or sealed mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Freeze for later: Let the salsa cool completely, then transfer to a freezer-safe container or resealable plastic bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- To reheat or serve: Thaw frozen salsa in the refrigerator or at room temperature. This chipotle tomatillo salsa is delicious served chilled, at room temp, or gently warmed.
Nutrition
Calories: 62kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 673mg | Potassium: 297mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1616IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg