Homemade Green Enchilada Sauce Recipe
This Homemade Green Enchilada Sauce Recipe is a game-changer for anyone who loves authentic Mexican flavors at home. It features zesty tomatillos roasted peppers and fresh cilantro for a bright tangy finish.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Sauce, Condiment
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 3
Calories 45 kcal
- 1 pound fresh tomatillos husks removed and rinsed well
- 2 large poblano peppers seeded and halved
- 1 to 2 jalapeño peppers depending on your heat preference
- 1 medium white onion cut into thick wedges
- 4 cloves fresh garlic left in their skins for roasting
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves packed tightly
- 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth for a thinner sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt plus more to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice for extra brightness
Blend the Base
Add the roasted tomatillos, onions, and peeled peppers into the blender with the fresh cilantro. Pulse a few times to break everything down into a thick, green vegetable mash.
Add the Liquids
Pour in the chicken broth, lime juice, cumin, and salt into the blender with the vegetables. Blend on high speed for one minute until the sauce is completely liquefied and smooth.
- Use roasted serrano peppers instead of jalapeños if you want a much spicier sauce.
- Add a half-cup of sour cream or heavy cream at the end for "Enchiladas Suizas."
- Roast the vegetables on an outdoor grill to add a deep, smoky campfire flavor.
- Swap the chicken broth for vegetable broth to keep the recipe completely vegan-friendly.
- Add a small piece of corn tortilla to the blender to help thicken the sauce.
- Always wear gloves when handling hot peppers to avoid burning your skin or eyes.
Keyword Homemade Green Enchilada Sauce Recipe