Actual Tomatillo Sauce from Texas

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 1

Actual Tomatillo Sauce with a Tex-Mex twist for your dinner table

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 bunch tomatillo ( peek inside the husks whilst at the store , there can be some that have split and are not recommended )
	3 big poblano peppers
	onion
	garlic
	hot pepper , of your choice ( jalapeno , serrano , etc . )
	cilantro
	beer , preferably Lone Star ( just to drink , do n't put it in your recipe )
	salt , pepper , comino , sugar

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Actual Tomatillo Sauce from Texas is a delicious and versatile sauce that originated in Tex-Mex cuisine. It is made with roasted tomatillos, poblano, onion, garlic, and hot pepper, which give it its unique flavor and kick. This sauce can be used to spice up any dish, from tacos to grilled chicken to roasted vegetables. It can also be used as a dip or marinade. Give this Tex-Mex sauce a try and add some zing to your meal!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2.	Cut the tomatillos, poblano, onion, garlic into large chunks.
3.	Place the chunks of tomatillos, poblano, onion, and garlic on a baking sheet.
4.	Drizzle the olive oil over the veggies and sprinkle them with salt and pepper.
5.	Roast them for 20-25 minutes until they are browned and tender.
6.	Add the roasted vegetables, hot pepper, cilantro, comino, and sugar in a food processor.
7.	Blend until smooth.
8.	Season with salt if necessary.
9.	Enjoy!

PROS

This sauce has a unique Tex-Mex twist that will add a flavorful kick to your meal.

It is easy to make and can also be used as a dip or marinade.

Tomatillos are a great source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and potassium.

Peppers contain capsaicin, which can help with digestion and weight loss.

CONS

This sauce may be spicy for some, so adjust the amount of hot pepper or remove it altogether if you prefer a milder taste.

It is high in sodium, so be mindful of how much you consume if you are on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatillos are packed with antioxidants, which can help prevent chronic diseases and aging.
Peppers are low in calories and can help boost your metabolism and immune system.
Garlic is known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.