Salsa de Tomate Verde (Tomatillo Salsa)

Ingredients

• 3 serrano chile peppers
• 2 cups water
• 1 pound fresh tomatillos, husks removed
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 teaspoon sea salt

Preparation

1. Place chiles and 2 cups water in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Add tomatillos; cover and simmer 5 minutes. Remove chiles and tomatillos from water; cool. Reserve water.
2. Process cooled chiles and tomatillos in a blender 30 seconds or until smooth, stopping twice to scrape down sides. Pour sauce into a bowl; add remaining ingredients. Stir with a wire whisk.
3. Note: For a thinner sauce, add some of the reserved cooking water. Recipe courtesy of Chef Christine Keff, Fandango, Seattle, Washington.