1 pound fresh tomatillos, husks removed
1 head garlic cloves, separated and peeled
3 fresh jalapeno peppers
1 bunch fresh cilantro
1/2 cup water, or as needed
salt and pepper to taste
Preheat the oven's broiler. Arrange the whole cloves of garlic,
tomatillos, and jalapenos on a
baking sheet. Place under the broiler, and cook for a few minutes.
Remove garlic cloves first, as
soon as they are toasted, to avoid developing a bitter flavor.
Continue to roast jalapenos and
tomatillos until evenly charred, turning occasionally. Set aside to
cool. Don't remove the charred
parts of the tomatillos or the peppers.
Place peppers and tomatillos in a blender with the
garlic and cilantro. Add a little water to the
mixture if necessary to facilitate blending. Season with salt and
pepper to taste.
Refrigerate until
serving.
