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Creamy Salsa Verde

Ingredients

1/2 pound (about 5) tomatillos, husks and stems removed
1 jalapeño, stemmed
1/2 cup lightly packed cilantro, tender stems and leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
1 clove garlic
2 large green onions or scallions, tops and roots trimmed
1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1 tablespoon water
1/2 avocado, pitted
  1. Prepare the Creamy Salsa Verde

    Combine the tomatillos, jalapeño, cilantro, garlic, green onions, salt, water, and half of the avocado in a blender or food processor. Purée until smooth. Check for seasoning and adjust if necessary.

Reprinted with permission fromSimply Mexicanby Lourdes Castro, © April 2009 Ten Speed Press
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  • This is an excellent quick salsa that never fails to receive compliments and requests for the recipe. I've made it several times, and it is always a hit. I haven't tried any variations; it works well just the way it is.

    • cburkitt

    • Saint Paul, MN

    • 6/26/2016

  • Just like the taco truck, though I used Serrano instead of jalapeño for extra kick I also used a hand full and not just one. Thanks for the recipe

    • Jfeller

    • Astoria

    • 7/4/2011

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