How to Make Tomatillo Enchilada Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tomatillo enchilada sauce is a zesty and flavorful sauce that can be used to add a delicious twist to your enchiladas, tacos, burritos, or any other Mexican-inspired dishes. Made with tangy tomatillos, spicy peppers, and a blend of aromatic spices, this sauce is a great way to bring some heat and depth of flavor to your dishes.

Tomatillos are a staple in Mexican cuisine and are often used to make salsas and sauces. They have a slightly tart and citrusy flavor that pairs perfectly with...

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Ingredients

  • 6 pounds fresh tomatillos, husks removed
  • 6 small serrano peppers, stems removed
  • 1 ½ large onions, roughly chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 32
  • Yield: 4 quarts

  • Put tomatillos and serrano peppers in a large stockpot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Boil until tomatillos are an army green color, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.
  • Combine tomatillo-pepper mixture, onions, and garlic in a blender, working in batches if necessary. Puree until smooth.
  • Transfer puree to a large pot. Add chicken broth, brown sugar, cilantro, salt, and cumin; bring to a boil. Cook until reduced and thickened, about 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    47 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 366mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 253mg