El Palenque Green Salsa

📜 Collection: Unknown Eight | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Sauces A vibrant and creamy green salsa featuring fresh avocado, tangy tomatillos, and zesty jalapeños. Perfect for dipping or drizzling over your favorite dishes.


Prep TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
15 mins0 minsNone6 servings

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Citrus juicer

Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
1 largeAvocadoRipe, diced
1 to 2Garlic clovesMinced
Juice of 1LimeFreshly squeezed
2 mediumTomatillosDiced
6 to 8Green onionsChopped finely, use half or so of the green part
3JalapeñosMinced, seeds removed
As desiredCilantro leavesFor seasoning
As desiredSaltTo taste
As neededWaterFor thinning consistency

Instructions

Step 1: Preparation and Mixing

  1. Combine the 1 large avocado (diced), 1 to 2 garlic cloves (minced), and juice of 1 lime in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add the 2 medium tomatillos (diced), 6 to 8 green onions (chopped finely), and 3 jalapeños (minced, seeds removed) to the bowl.
  3. Season as desired with cilantro leaves and salt.
  4. Thin to desired consistency by adding water and stirring until smooth and well blended.

💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, pressing plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent browning.


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