This exciting salsa is bursting with flavor! If costeno chile peppers are not available, try substituting de arbol peppers — they work just as well! This spicy salsa is great with fish, meat or chicken.
Ingredients
- 6 costeno amarillo chile peppers
- ½ pound tomatillos, husked
- 1 clove garlic
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
In a medium iron skillet over medium high heat, cook the costeno amarillo chile peppers, stirring constantly, until dark brown. Do not allow peppers to burn. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 2
Place tomatillos in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes, remove from heat and drain.
Step 3
Place chile peppers, tomatillos and garlic in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
Step 4
Transfer chile pepper mixture to a medium bowl. Mix in onion, cilantro and salt. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 23 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat1g | 1% |
Saturated Fat0g | 1% |
Sodium152mg | 7% |
Total Carbohydrate5g | 2% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 7% |
Total Sugars2g | |
Protein1g | |
Vitamin C33mg | 166% |
Calcium11mg | 1% |
Iron0mg | 2% |
Potassium191mg | 4% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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