Tomatillo

Mole Negro

A complex Oaxacan black mole with rich chocolate flavor.

Mexican

No-Waste Tacos de Carnitas With Salsa Verde

Our carnitas recipe is easier than the traditional bucket-of-lard method, and produces results that are juicy and flavorful with plenty of browned crispy bits.

Mexican

Charred Romaine with Tomatillo Dressing

Charred to a crisp: Not a statement usually associated with salads, but delicious nonetheless in this Mexican-inspired romaine number.

Grilled Pork Chops with Tomatillo Salsa

What to drink: Salsas can be tricky when it comes to pairing, but here a soft, fruity red wine with medium body is just the thing. Try Martín Códax 2006 "Ergo" Tempranillo (Rioja, Spain, $15).

Creamy Salsa Verde

A vibrant and creamy salsa verde made with tomatillos, jalapeño, cilantro, and avocado.

Tomato and Tomatillo Gazpacho

Celebrate the last of the hot weather with a spirited, chunky gazpacho in the Mexican mode. Tomatoes give the soup their characteristic rich, rounded flavor, while tomatillos lend fruity tartness and great body.