For a milder salsa, remove the seeds from the chiles de arbol before grilling. If you don't have a mortar and pestle, you can use a food processor, but be careful not to over-process the salsa. You want it to be chunky, not smooth. The charring process is crucial for the smoky flavor of this salsa. Don't be afraid to let the vegetables get quite blackened. Serve with your favorite tacos, grilled meats, or even scrambled eggs for a spicy kick.
Mexican Charred Tomatillo Salsa
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME30 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS15
Unleash an explosion of smoky, savory flavors with this authentic Mexican salsa. Fresh tomatillos, fiery chiles de arbol, and fragrant garlic are charred to perfection, creating a salsa that's both rustic and intensely delicious. Perfect for dipping, topping, or spicing up any Mexican-inspired dish.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate7 g
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Fiber2 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat0 g
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Sodium21 mg
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Sugar5 g
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Fat1 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPrepare the Grill: Line a heavy cast iron grill pan or griddle with aluminum foil and place over high heat. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
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StepChar the Vegetables: Arrange tomatillos, chiles de arbol, and garlic in a single layer on the prepared grill. (Prep time: 1 minute)
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StepGrill the Chiles: Grill chiles until blackened, turning as necessary. Transfer to a bowl. (Cook time: 3-5 minutes)
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StepGrill the Tomatillos and Garlic: Continue grilling tomatillos and garlic until they are evenly blackened, turning occasionally to ensure even charring. (Cook time: 8-10 minutes)
05
StepPrepare the Salsa: Peel garlic and place in a mortar and pestle. Season with salt and pound into a thick paste. (Prep time: 3 minutes)
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StepGrind the Chiles: Add chiles to the garlic paste; pound until smooth, releasing their fiery essence. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
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StepCombine and Grind Tomatillos: Add as many tomatillos as you can fit in your mortar; pound until chunky, creating a vibrant base for the salsa. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
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StepFinish the Salsa: Transfer salsa to a bowl. Repeat with remaining tomatillos, mixing them into the bowl of salsa in batches. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
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StepServe: Taste and adjust salt as needed. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Berta Daugherty
Jun 29, 2025The perfect balance of heat and flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
Arden Predovic
Jun 15, 2025I made this for a party and everyone raved about it. It was a huge hit!
Jada Powlowski
Jun 11, 2025Easy to make and tastes amazing!
Alejandra Sawayn
Jun 9, 2025I added a squeeze of lime juice at the end and it brightened up the flavors even more.
Lee Williamson
Jun 8, 2025So much better than store-bought salsa!
Arianna Emard
Jun 3, 2025This salsa is incredible! The smoky flavor is so addictive.
Rudy Buckridge
May 21, 2025I used a little less chile for my kids and it still had so much flavor!