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Green Enchilada Sauce

Fresh Green Enchilada Sauce to Transform Your Tex Mex Meals

This vibrant Green Enchilada Sauce elevates your Tex Mex dishes with fresh ingredients and bold flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 28
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 6 pieces Tomatillos Remove husks and wash
  • 1 medium Onion Cut into quarters
  • 1 piece Jalapeno Pepper Adjust heat by removing seeds
  • 1 clove Garlic Roast with other vegetables
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste after blending
  • 1 bunch Cilantro Optional; may substitute with spinach

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • blender
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Green Enchilada Sauce
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure proper roasting.
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  2. Prep vegetables by removing husks from tomatillos and quartering the onion and jalapeño.
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  3. Roast the tomatillos, onion, and jalapeño on a baking sheet for 20-30 minutes until golden.
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  4. Cool the roasted vegetables for about 10 minutes before blending.
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  5. Blend the roasted veggies with garlic, kosher salt, and cilantro until smooth.
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  6. Store the sauce in an airtight container; refrigerate for 5-7 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
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Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 28kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 0.2gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 270mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This sauce is versatile and can be used in a variety of Tex Mex dishes beyond just enchiladas.

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