- 5 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
- 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, stems removed
- 1/3 bunch cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 onion, chopped
- 1 avocado – peeled, pitted, and cut into large chunks
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- salt to taste
- Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Cook tomatillos at a boil until just beginning to soften, 3 to 4 minutes; transfer tomatillos to a blender.
- Combine jalapeno peppers, cilantro, onion, avocado, water, lime juice, and black pepper in the blender with the tomatillos; blend until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to serve.