Tomatillo Salsa Verde

We have seen these green looking tomato like things but had never used them in anything we have cooked.
We had this dish at a Mexican Restaurant called Canitas and this was served with it. Well we were in love with this dish and the green sauce. So wife searched on net for some recipes and I have to say we have made this 3 times now that's how much we liked this. (the computer was acting up so this is from our first time around.)
1 1/2 lb tomatillos about 10 to 12
1/2 cup chopped white onion
1/2 cup cilantro leaves
1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon sugar
2 jalapeno pepper or 2 Serrano stemmed, seeded and chopped (we used jalapeno)
salt to taste
Remove paper husk from tomatillos and rinse well
cut in half and place cut side down and place under a broiler for about 5-7 minutes to lightly blacken the skin.
Place tomatillos, lime juice ,onions,cilantro,chili peppers,sugar in a food processor or blender. Pulse until all ingredients are finely chopped and mixed. Season to taste with salt. Cool in fridge.
Serve with chips or as a salsa accompaniment to Mexican dishes. Makes 3 cups.

Two Salsa's

We love Salsa and have been looking for one and trying different recipes. This is one where we used two recipes and we think it works. If you try, it let us know. We like spicy so if you do not cut back on the jalapenos

1 (14 ½ ounce) can tomatoes and green chilies drained, reserve juice.
1 (14 ½ ounce) can diced tomatoes drained, reserve juice.
1 to 2 jalapenos chopped, to taste.
½-cup yellow onions diced.
2 garlic cloves minced.
½-teaspoon cumin.
¼-teaspoon sugar.
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped, to taste.
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, to taste.
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, to taste.
Salt and Pepper to taste.


Place both cans of tomatoes in collinear and reserve juice in bowl.
In food processor or blender place jalapenos, onions and garlic, chop for 2 to 5 seconds.
Add the remaining ingredients and process until you have the consistency you like.
Use the reserved tomatoes juice to add liquid if you need it.
Place in glass bowl, cover and refrigerate over night.