Tomatillo Guacamole

1. 1

   Preheat the broiler.

2. 2

   Cover a baking sheet with foil and place the tomatillos on top, stem side down.

3. 3

   Place under the broiler at the highest rack setting and broil two to five minutes, until charred on one side.

4. 4

   Turn over and broil on the other side for two to five minutes, until charred on the other side.

5. 5

   Remove from the heat and transfer to a blender, tipping in any juice that has accumulated on the baking sheet.

6. 6

   Add the chilies, cilantro sprigs and salt to the blender and blend to a coarse puree.

7. 7

   Cut the avocados in half and twist the two halves apart.

8. 8

   Scoop out the flesh into a bowl or the bowl of a mortar and pestle.

9. 9

   Mash with a fork or pestle.

10. 10

    Do not use a food processor or a blender, as you want to retain some texture.

11. 11

    Stir in the lime juice, the tomatillo mixture and salt to taste and combine well.

12. 12

    Transfer to a bowl and serve with baked or microwaved tortilla chips or crudites, or use for tacos or avocado sandwiches.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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