Salsa Costena

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Ingredients

  • 6 costeno amarillo chile peppers
  • 1/2 pound tomatillos, husked
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. In a medium iron skillet over medium high heat, cook the costeno amarillo chile peppers, stirring constantly, until dark brown. Do not allow peppers to burn. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Place tomatillos in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes, remove from heat and drain.
  3. Place chile peppers, tomatillos and garlic in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
  4. Transfer chile pepper mixture to a medium bowl. Mix in onion, cilantro and salt. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

176 kcal 9% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.1g 16% DV
Total Fat 4.9g 6% DV
Carbs 29.7g 11% DV
Fiber 3.7g 13% DV
Sugar 3.3g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9839mg 100% DV
Potassium 1249.5mg 27% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 73.3mcg 8% DV
Vitamin C 149.9mg 100% DV
Calcium 370.5mg 29% DV
Iron 11.4mg 64% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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