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Green Enchilada Sauce

Zesty Green Enchilada Sauce with Roasted Tomatillos Bliss

Transform your dishes with this vibrant Green Enchilada Sauce, packed with tangy roasted tomatillos and bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 8 oz Tomatillos remove husks and rinse
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or white
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Pepper adjust quantity for desired heat
  • 1 clove Garlic roasted for sweetness
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro optional, for freshness

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Blender
  • Airtight container

Method
 

How to Make Green Enchilada Sauce
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Prepare the tomatillos by removing their husks, rinsing them thoroughly, and patting them dry.
  3. Slice the onion and jalapeño peppers.
  4. Arrange the tomatillos, onion, and jalapeños on a baking sheet. Roast for 20-30 minutes.
  5. Cool the roasted vegetables for about 10 minutes.
  6. Blend the cooled veggies with garlic and kosher salt until smooth.
  7. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning.
  8. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for later use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gSodium: 220mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For a fresher kick, drizzle extra cilantro on top before serving. Perfect for enchiladas, tacos, or as a dip!

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