Cultivate Seasons
Crop Focus Food for thought with an up-close look at a seasonal fruit, root, bean, and green.
Tomatillo History Tomatillos are from Mexico and were first domesticated by the Aztecs around 800 BCE. The plant was brought back to Spain with the conquistadors in the 1500s and 1600s where it spread across the continent. Tomatillos arrived later in Asia, increasing in popularity in India in the 1950s.
Health Benefits Tomatillos are a great source of Vitamins A, C, K, and B3
Growing Tip Tomatillos grow similar to tomato plants. Plant your seeds about a week or two after you plant your tomatoes. Plant at least two together to encourage cross pollination and healthy growth!
Tomatillo Salsa Ingredients
6-8 Tomatillos 1/4 Cup of chopped onion 2-3 Cloves of garlic 2 Chopped jalopenos 1/4 Cup of cilantro Salt and lime juice to taste
Preparation
Preheat the oven to 450 and husk and rinse your tomatillos Roast for about 10 minutes Once done, add everything to a blender and pulse until desired consistency Add water, a tablespoon or two at a time if too thick Enjoy with tortilla chips!
Fun Fact! In some areas of the US tomatillos are considered an invasive species.
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