Classic Salsa Verde

Instructions

1. Remove the papery husks from the tomatillos and rinse to remove the sticky residue.
2. Quarter the onion.
3. Add all of the ingredients except the cilantro and salt to a large pot and just cover with water.
4. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Blend the cooked ingredients and the cilantro with the cooking water until smooth (about 30 seconds).
6. Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in the pot.
7. Pour the blended salsa back into the pot with the hot cooking oil.
8. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
9. Add the salt and adjust to taste.

Notes

• For a milder salsa, reduce to 2 serrano chiles or remove the seeds before adding.
• Charring the tomatillos, onion, and chiles directly over a flame before simmering adds a lovely smokiness.
• Green tomatoes can be substituted for tomatillos if unavailable.