Last Updated on July 16, 2023
What about making delicious and spicy salsa from scratch? A tasty tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle that’s simple to make and uses everyday ingredients. Sounds good right?
This recipe is perfect to serve with your favorite chips or tacos and makes a great topping for salads, eggs, and sandwiches. Tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle has bright, fresh flavors, and is just the right amount of spicy.
You can also make a big batch of this salsa to freeze in small portions for later use or to share with friends. It’s a great way to save time and money while still having delicious homemade Mexican food!
If you want to learn how to make this tasty salsa from scratch, keep reading!
What Is tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle?
Tomatillo green chili salsa Chipotle is a type of Mexican salsa made from roasted tomatillos, fire-roasted tomatoes with diced green chilies, red onion, garlic, cilantro, jalapeño pepper, lime juice, cumin, and oregano. It has a unique and delicious flavor that’s slightly sweet and slightly spicy.
This salsa is a great way to spice up any meal with its unique flavor profile that will have your taste buds dancing! It’s also an easy recipe to make for those who don’t have much experience in the kitchen.
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Where Did I First Try tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle?
I first tried tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle on a trip to Mexico with my family. We were visiting Tulum, located on the Caribbean coast of the Yucatán Peninsula.
The city is known for its beautiful beaches and ancient ruins, but I was most excited about trying all the amazing Mexican food. On our first day, we visited a local restaurant that served traditional Mexican dishes with an eclectic twist.
Among the many unique dishes we tried was a tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle. It was the perfect way to kick off our culinary adventure! The salsa had just the right amount of spice and flavor, making it an instant favorite of mine.
The tomatillos were roasted to perfection, making them sweet and juicy. The fire-roasted tomatoes with the diced green chilies added a smoky depth of flavor that was complemented by the freshness of the red onion, garlic, and cilantro. To give it just enough kick, there was also a jalapeño pepper, lime juice, cumin, and oregano.
The combination of these flavors came together perfectly in a unique salsa that was so delicious that I couldn’t get enough!
This experience inspired me to try making my own tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle at home. After a few attempts, I finally perfected the recipe, which I now share with friends and family.
Ingredients
- Tomatillos: For the base, you’ll need two cans of whole tomatillos. These have a bright green color with an almost citrusy flavor.
- Fire-Roasted Tomatoes with Diced Green Chilies: For added smokiness, you’ll need a can of fire-roasted tomatoes with diced green chilies. This adds great flavor and helps to balance the sweetness of the tomatillos.
- Red Onion: You’ll need half a red onion for this salsa. The onion adds a nice sweet bite when it’s cooked and pairs well with the other flavors.
- Garlic: Two cloves of garlic are used to enhance the flavor of the salsa.
- Cilantro: You’ll need a quarter cup of cilantro for this recipe. The cilantro adds freshness and herbal complexity to the salsa.
- Jalapeño Pepper: For heat, you’ll need one jalapeño pepper. This can be adjusted to taste depending on how spicy you like your salsa.
- Lime Juice: For a bit of acidity, add half a tablespoon of lime juice to the mix.
- Cumin and Oregano: To really bring out the flavors of the dish, add one teaspoon of each of these spices.
- Sea Salt and Black Pepper: To finish, add a quarter teaspoon of black pepper and one teaspoon of sea salt to taste.
Cooking Directions
Step 1
Start by gathering all the ingredients and prepping them. Drain the tomatillos and tomatoes, peel the garlic cloves, chop the onion into small cubes, finely mince the cilantro, remove any veins or seeds from the jalapeño then finely mince it.
Step 2
Once all ingredients are prepared, add the chopped onion, oregano, and cumin into the food processor. Pulse until the onion is tiny and everything is combined.
Step 3
Add the tomatillos, fire-roasted tomatoes, jalapeño, garlic cloves, lemon juice, lime juice, salt, and pepper into the food processor. Pulse again until everything is well mixed.
Step 4
Taste the mixture for flavor; if needed, add more salt or lime juice to your liking.
Step 5
Add the finely chopped cilantro and pulse a few more times until everything is mixed together.
Step 6
Transfer the tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle to a bowl and enjoy with your favorite snacks.
Cooking Tips
- If you’re not a fan of spicy foods, feel free to leave out the jalapeño pepper and add more garlic instead.
- If you don’t have canned fire-roasted tomatoes with diced green chilies on hand, you can use regular canned tomatoes and add some extra cumin for smokiness.
- The salsa can also be made without a food processor; simply combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and mix until everything is combined.
What Ingredients Can I Replace or Substitute While Making It?
If you don’t have any tomatillos on hand, you can substitute canned green chilies instead.
You can also substitute the oregano for Italian seasoning or cilantro for parsley if desired.
Finally, if you’re in a pinch, a tablespoon of tomato paste can be used to replace the fire-roasted tomatoes.
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Chef’s knife
- Citrus juicer
- Fine Mesh Sieve
Ingredients
- 2 (28-ounce) cans of whole tomatillos
- 1 (10-ounce) can of fire-roasted tomatoes with diced green chilies
- ½ tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ¼ cup cilantro
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Start by gathering all the ingredients and prepping them. Drain the tomatillos and tomatoes, peel the garlic cloves, chop the onion into small cubes, finely mince the cilantro, remove any veins or seeds from the jalapeño then finely mince it.
- Once all ingredients are prepared, add the chopped onion, oregano, and cumin into the food processor. Pulse until the onion is tiny and everything is combined.
- Add the tomatillos, fire-roasted tomatoes, jalapeño, garlic cloves, lemon juice, lime juice, salt, and pepper into the food processor. Pulse again until everything is well mixed.
- Taste the mixture for flavor; if needed, add more salt or lime juice to your liking.
- Add the finely chopped cilantro and pulse a few more times until everything is mixed together.
- Transfer the tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle to a bowl and enjoy with your favorite snacks.
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Notes
- If you’re not a fan of spicy foods, feel free to leave out the jalapeño pepper and add more garlic instead.
- If you don’t have canned fire-roasted tomatoes with diced green chilies on hand, you can use regular canned tomatoes and add some extra cumin for smokiness.
- The salsa can also be made without a food processor; simply combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and mix until everything is combined.
Nutrition Information
Each serving contains the following:
- Calories: 80
- Total Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 249mg
How to Store Leftover tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle?
Leftover tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. It can also be frozen for up to two months. Make sure to reheat it before eating it after defrosting.
FAQs
Can pregnant women eat this?
Yes, tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle is safe for pregnant women to eat. However, it’s best to check with your doctor if you have any concerns about consuming any food that may contain bacteria or viruses.
Can I use fresh tomatoes instead?
Yes, you can use fresh tomatoes in place of canned fire-roasted tomatoes with diced green chilies. Just make sure to roast them in the oven before adding them to the salsa.
Can this be served with other dishes?
Yes, tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle is a great topping for tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. You can also add it to grilled meats or use it as a dip for chips and vegetables.
Wrapping Up
As you have seen making this tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle is a simple and delicious way to add flavor and spice to your meals. The combination of tomatillos, fire-roasted tomatoes, jalapeño pepper, onion, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, oregano, sea salt, and black pepper makes this salsa an instant favorite. Plus, it’s easy to make and store in the refrigerator for up to five days.
So next time you’re looking for a creative way to spice up your meals, try making tomatillo green chili salsa chipotle – you won’t be disappointed!
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Rebecca Novak is a trained chef with over 10 years of experience in the food industry. She has worked in both fine dining and casual Hungarian restaurants and specializes in creating dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients. She also loves exploring different cuisines worldwide, which allows her to bring unique flavors and ideas to the recipes she creates for Hungarianchef.com. Read more
