Tomatillo Sauce

With fresh tomatillos, Ancho chile, garlic, and onion, this traditional Mexican sauce can be used to add spicy flavor to a wide variety of meats, seafood, and vegetables.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (454 g) tomatillos, peeled
• ½ medium (75 g) yellow onion, peeled,
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled
• 3 Tablespoons (45 ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 1 cup (240 ml) water
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 dried ancho chili pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. Sauté tomatillos, onion, and garlic in olive oil for 5 minutes. Pour in water, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Place tomatillo mixture, oregano, Ancho chile, and pepper into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid.
3. Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 3-4 minutes, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.

Notes

Use on a wide variety of meats, seafood, and vegetables.

Nutrition

1 serving (70g)

• Calories: 50

• Total Fat: 4g

• Total Carbohydrate: 4g

  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 2g

• Protein: 1g

• Cholesterol: 1.49mg

• Sodium: 4mg