Tomatillo-Pasilla de Oaxaca Salsa

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
29%
Tomatillo-Pasilla de Oaxaca Salsa
45 min.
4
199kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your appetizer game with a bold and vibrant flavor profile, look no further than this Tomatillo-Pasilla de Oaxaca Salsa. Bursting with the unique heat of pasilla de Oaxaca chiles and the zesty freshness of tomatillos, this salsa is not just a dip; it’s a celebration of Mexican street food. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a lively gathering or enjoying a quiet night in, this salsa pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, grilled meats, or even as a zesty topping for tacos.

What sets this salsa apart is the careful balance of smoky and tangy notes, resulting from roasting garlic to perfection and toasting the chiles until they're fragrant and slightly charred. It’s a culinary adventure that encourages you to explore the complexity of flavors in simple, wholesome ingredients. Plus, this recipe is completely vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it accessible for a wide range of dietary preferences.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a condiment that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also adds a lovely dimension to your meal. So gather your ingredients, fire up your blender, and get ready to dip into a salsa that embodies the essence of authentic Mexican cuisine. Your guests are sure to be impressed!

Ingredients

  • 15 small pasilla de oaxaca chiles stemmed seeded
  • 10 medium cloves garlic 
  • servings sea salt fine
  • 2.5 pounds tomatillos husked rinsed quartered
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • blender

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the tomatillos with enoughwater to come about halfway up the side of the pan, cover, andcook over medium heat until they are soft, about 10 minutes;strain, reserving the liquid.
  2. Meanwhile, on a plancha or in a heavy skillet, melt the lardover medium heat.
  3. Add the garlic and cook until soft and wellcharred on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes; transfer to the jar of anelectric blender.
  4. Add the chiles to plancha and toast for 2 minutes per side.
  5. Remove, tear them into pieces, and add them to the blender.
  6. Pour in the reserved cooking liquid, add a large pinch of salt,and blend until smooth.
  7. Add the tomatillos, blend, and taste toadjust the salt, as necessary.
  8. Reprinted with permission from Dos Caminos: Mexican Street Food by Ivy Stark with Joanna Pruess, © 2011 Skyhorse Publishing

Nutrition Facts

Calories199kcal
Protein11.31%
Fat28.33%
Carbs60.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.75
Glycemic Load
6.25
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
25.134782314301%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:199.45kcal
9.97%
Fat:7.07g
10.88%
Saturated Fat:0.99g
6.19%
Carbohydrates:33.91g
11.3%
Net Carbohydrates:25.83g
9.39%
Sugar:20.16g
22.4%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:213.09mg
9.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.35g
12.71%
Vitamin C:278mg
336.97%
Vitamin K:58.64µg
55.85%
Vitamin B6:1.11mg
55.28%
Manganese:0.88mg
43.76%
Vitamin A:1930.36IU
38.61%
Potassium:1333.26mg
38.09%
Vitamin B3:7.4mg
36.98%
Fiber:8.08g
32.3%
Magnesium:97.39mg
24.35%
Copper:0.46mg
23.21%
Iron:3.63mg
20.14%
Phosphorus:194.6mg
19.46%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.42%
Vitamin E:2.53mg
16.84%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.86%
Folate:58.88µg
14.72%
Vitamin B5:0.81mg
8.09%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.67%
Calcium:57.16mg
5.72%
Selenium:3.33µg
4.75%
Source:Epicurious