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Tomatillos
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Other Names:tomates, physalis philadelphica

What is Tomatillos

[toh-MAH-tee-YO]Tomatillos are a relative of the tomato and member of the nightshade (Solanaceae) family tomatillos provide that tart flavor in a host of Mexican green sauces. In Mexico the fruit is called tomates verdes, tomates de cascara as well as fresadillas. Read more about tomatillos

Substitute for Tomatillos

Green tomatoes, but won't provide the same tart flavor , Cape gooseberries OR Refrigerated or jarred salsa verde

Equivalents

1 lb tomatillos = 22 medium (about 1 1/2" diameter)
Tomatoes
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The fruits average about 1 -2" wide and have a papery outer skin. The tomatillo is actually used when it is still green. If you see the photo below one of the tomatillos is just turning a light yellow and indicates that is ripe and past its prime for most uses. Tomatillos have a very tart flavor, not at all like a tomato.   The Aztecs used tomatillos in their cooking but food historians are not sure if early references were to "tomatoes" were really not referring to tomatillo because the words were very similar. Tomatillos today are used in salsas as well as stews like chili verde.

Nutrition Information For Tomatillos

Serving Size
1 medium
 
Calories
11
Calories from Fat
0
 
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 0mg
0%
Potassium
91g
0%
Total Carbohydrate 2g
0%
Dietary Fiber 1g
0%
Sugars 1g
Protein 0g
0%
 
Vitamin A  0% • Vitamin C  0%
Calcium  0% • Iron  0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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