Tomatillo Red Chili Salsa - Copycat Chipotle Hot Salsa

Step 1

Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium high heat

Step 2

Remove husks from tomatillos. Cut in half. Cut the jalapeño and red chili peppers in half and remove the seeds.

Step 3

Add olive oil to the pan to coat the bottom and place the tomatillos and jalapeño slices cut side up. Season lightly with a pinch of salt and pepper and cook for 8 to 9 minutes to lightly brown. Juice 1 lime over them and add the crushed garlic, tomatoes and green chiles, and chipotle peppers. Continue cooking for 4 minutes.

Step 4

Remove from heat and add to a food processor or blender with remaining ingredients. Pulse for 30 seconds to break apart. *per your desired consistency*

Step 5

Serve with tortilla chips.