Salsa Costena

Name: Salsa Costena
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 6 costeno amarillo chile peppers; 0.5 pound tomatillos, husked; 1 clove garlic; 0.5 cup chopped onion; 0.33333334326744 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 0.5 teaspoon salt

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This exciting salsa is bursting with flavor! If costeno chile peppers are not available, try substituting de arbol peppers -- they work just as well! This spicy salsa is great with fish, meat or chicken.

Recipe by S.B.

Updated on August 8, 2022

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Prep Time:

30 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

1 cup

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Ingredients

6 costeno amarillo chile peppers
½ pound tomatillos, husked
1 clove garlic
½ cup chopped onion
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ teaspoon salt

Directions

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.
Place tomatillos in a medium saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes, remove from heat and drain.
Place chile peppers, tomatillos and garlic in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
Transfer chile pepper mixture to a medium bowl. Mix in onion, cilantro and salt. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

23	Calories
1g	Fat
5g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 23
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g	1%
Saturated Fat 0g	1%
Sodium 152mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 5g	2%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 1g
Vitamin C 33mg	166%
Calcium 11mg	1%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 191mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.