Homemade Air Fryer Salsa Verde

Fresh homemade salsa is the absolute best! Try this easy Air Fryer Salsa Verde Recipe and use it to cook your favorite Mexican recipes or just enjoy with chips!

How to make easy Homemade Salsa Verde in the Air Fryer

This salsa verde is so easy to make and takes less than half an hour! With fresh ingredients, this will make for a delicious and healthy snack or complement any kind of Mexican dish you prepare.

Air Fryer Recommendation

There are many Air Fryers out there to choose from. We recommend reading all the reviews online for different ones that are available.

We recently upgraded to the Cosori Air Fryer and have been very happy with it!

What can I do with Salsa Verde?

The possibilities are truly endless with salsa verde! It goes perfectly in nearly EVERY Mexican dish you can think of! Smother it over chicken or pork enchiladas, use it as a sauce over your classic taco recipe, dip your quesadillas in it and of course, dip your favorite tortilla chips in them.

It doesn’t have to stop with Mexican dishes! Add a twist to your favorite dishes by adding some salsa verde to it. I guarantee you will LOVE the taste of the salsa!

How long does Salsa Verde last?

If you have leftovers, be sure to put it in an air-tight container and place it in the refrigerator. It should last a whole week in the fridge before it starts to go bad.

However, this salsa is so good, you won’t even last a whole week without eating it all!

What are tomatillos and where can I find them?

Tomatillos look and sound like tomatoes, but they are not the same as small green tomatoes.

Tomatillos are fruits that are native to Mexico. They are commonly used in Mexican salsas and sauces. When raw, they are pretty tart, citrusy, and acidic but its savory qualities are brought out when they are cooked.

You can find tomatillos in the produce section of most grocery stores. When picking tomatillos, pay attention to its color and the husk. Ripe tomatillos have a bright green color and the husk should be green – not dry and yellow. Squeeze the fruit to make sure it’s not too soft. If you have a bright green tomatillo that is firm, you are good to go!

Ingredients

• 1 lb. tomatillos, peeled and rinsed
• 1 large jalapeno (or 2 serranos for spicier salsa)
• 1⁄2 small white onion
• salt to taste (I added a large pinch)
• handful of cilantro leaves
• water, optional

Instructions

1. Place the tomatillos and onion into the air fryer basket, depending on the size of your air fryer you may need to do this in batches.
2. Close the machine and set temperature to 390F for 5 minutes.
3. Carefully open the air fryer and very gently remove the tomatillos, place them on a small bowl. If the jalapeno has also softened and browned a bit remove it too from the air fryer.
4. Leave the onion in the air fryer but flip it over. Set temperature to 390F and time to 3 minutes. Once time is up check on the onion, it should be softened and a bit browned on the edges
5. Next, put the ingredients in a blender. Allow the ingredients to cool before placing them in the blender. Add the salt and the cilantro on top. Any liquid that was released by the tomatillos while they cooled should also be added.
6. Blend until you have a smooth salsa. If desired you may add water to thin it

Is this recipe spicy?

It is a little bit spicy, but I would rate it as a mild spice. If you want it to be spicier, I recommend using 2 serrano peppers instead of the jalapeno pepper. BUT if you are feeling adventurous and risky, up the spice with an even spicier pepper!

Can you freeze leftover salsa verde?

You can freeze your leftovers if it is in a freezer-grade plastic bag, but we prefer to eat it fresh, or refrigerated.

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This quick and easy salsa verde is full of tasty fresh ingredients! Use it to complement any Mexican dish or a tasty dip for chips!