aTwist on the Sw Seasoning Salsa

[raebates]

I just tried the salsa from the back of the Southwestern Seasoning Mix using a 50/50 mix of tomatoes and tomatillos. Tasty.

 

[caraighan]

I just tried the salsa from the back of the Southwestern Seasoning Mix using a 50/50 mix of tomatoes and tomatillos. Tasty.

gotta question... what do tomatillos taste like? do they taste like tomatoes? are they spicy?

 

[candiejayne]

I think they taste similar to tomatoes, and they are not spicey.

 

[raebates]

Tomatillos are a cousin to the tomato. They are different--slightly more acidic. It's kind of like the differences between vanillas or cinnamons. Here's what Food Lover's Companion says:

This fruit, which is also called Mexican green tomato, belongs to the same nightshade family as the tomato. in fact, it resembles a small green tomato in size, shape, and appearance except fotr the fact that it has a thin parchment-like covering. . . . Although tomatillos can ripen to yellow, they are generally used while still green and quite firm. Their flavor has hints of lemon, apple, and herbs. . . . tomatillos are popular in Mexican and Southwest cooking . . . can be used raw in salads and salsas for a more acidic taste. . . . The tomatillo is also called jamberry.

 

[Staci]

Hi there! I'm so glad to hear that you enjoyed the salsa from the Southwestern Seasoning Mix! It's always great to hear when our customers try new recipes and love the results. The 50/50 mix of tomatoes and tomatillos sounds like a delicious twist on the traditional salsa recipe. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Happy cooking!