How to Make Homemade Green Enchilada Sauce with Tomatillos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Enchiladas are a popular and versatile Mexican dish that can be made with a variety of fillings and sauces. One of the key components of a delicious enchilada is the sauce, and a homemade green enchilada sauce with tomatillos is the perfect way to add a bright and tangy flavor to your dish.

Tomatillos are a small, green fruit that is a staple in Mexican cuisine. They have a slightly sour and tangy flavor, making them perfect for creating a vibrant and zesty enchilada sauce. By using f...

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Ingredients

  • 8 cups water
  • 2 tomatoes, halved
  • 12 jalapeno peppers, stems removed
  • 1 large white onion, quartered
  • 10 tomatillos, halved
  • 8 serrano peppers, stems removed
  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine water, tomatoes, jalapeno peppers, onion, tomatillos, serrano peppers, and garlic in a large pot. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook until vegetables are fork-tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Transfer the vegetables to a blender with a slotted spoon, allowing the cooking liquid to drain back into the pot. Cover the blender and hold the lid down with a potholder; pulse a few times to combine. Blend until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Season sauce with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    34 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 40mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 25mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 253mg