Chipotle Tomatillo Salsa
Chipotle Tomatillo Salsa recipe
Ingredients
3 |
chipotle chili peppers
from one 7 ounce can chipotle |
* | |
hot chili peppers
in adobo sauce, rinsed, patted dry |
* | ||
3 | teaspoons |
corn oil
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1 | pound |
tomatillos
husks removed, halved |
|
1 | small |
red onion
chopped |
|
⅓ | cup |
cilantro
fresh, chopped |
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1 | tablespoon |
rice vinegar
|
|
½ | teaspoon |
oregano
dried |
* |
Directions
Purée chilies in blender.
Transfer to large bowl.
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in heavy large skillet over high heat.
Add tomatillos and cook until brown on all sides, about 7 minutes.
Transfer to work surface.
Add 2 teaspoons oil to skillet.
Add onion and sauté until tender, about 4 minutes.
Add onion to chilies.
Chop tomatillos; add to chili-onion mixture.
Mix in cilantro, vinegar and oregano.
Season with salt and pepper.
(Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature.)
*Chipotle chilies and tomatillos are available at Latin American markets, specialty food stores and some supermarkets.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 408g (14.4 oz)