Simmered Green Chile Sauce

This delicious, spicy green chile sauce is the perfect way to add flavor to plant-based dishes.

Tacos, burritos, and enchiladas are classic favorites for a reason. With a few quick additions of your favorite ingredients and a drizzle of this zesty green chile sauce, you’ve got the perfect Tex-Mex-inspired meal. The sauce packs an aromatic punch to any bowl of veggies, and its smoky flavor will kick your tofu scramble up several notches.

And the best part is it adds flavor without drowning your food in unnecessary oils and fats.

Whether you’re looking to spice up your tacos or add some flair to your quinoa bowls, the Simmered Green Chile Sauce will add a flavorful zing to your plant-based meals.

In this Recipe

Make Ahead-of-Time

This zesty blend of tomatillos, jalapeños, and cilantro tastes even better over time. Freeze for up to 3 months or store in the fridge for a week. Perfect for any season!

Specialty Ingredients

Tomatillos are usually available all year, but they really shine during their peak season from early summer through fall. From purple to green, the tomatillos from your local farmer’s market or grocery store are suitable for this recipe.

Simmered Green Chile Sauce

Add a burst of flavor to your favorite dishes. This Simmered Green Chile Sauce is incredibly versatile—perfect for tacos, burritos, veggie bowls, and even tofu scramble. Prepare it in advance and add a tangy kick to your meals, leaving your taste buds longing for more.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Course Condiments

Servings 4 cups

Ingredients

  

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• 1 pint tomatillos blanched
• 5-6 jalapenos blanched
• 1 large onion chopped
• 2-3 cloves garlic
• 1 bunch cilantro chopped
• Pinch sea salt
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1-2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes optional

Instructions

 

• Blanch the jalapenos and tomatillos.
• Chop the onion and garlic. Place in the blender with the cilantro, sea salt, and lime juice.
• Remove the stems from the jalapenos, seed, and chop. Add to blender with tomatillos.
• Blend on low.
• Slowly add tomatoes to the blender, if using.
• Turn the blender to high and blitz until you have a smooth, even blend.
• Taste and adjust the seasonings.
• Simmer for 20 minutes or more.

TIPS

Tip: If you like it hot, or your jalapenos are mild, feel free to leave in some of the pepper seeds. But do be careful! The sauce will get hotter the longer you simmer it.

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