Charred Tomatillo Chermoula

Name: Charred Tomatillo Chermoula
Total time: 26 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds small tomatillos, husks removed, rinsed; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon Kosher salt; 1 piece ginger; 1 whole jalapeño; 3 cloves garlic; 2 cups coarsely chopped cilantro; 1 teaspoon ground cumin

A vibrant North African-inspired sauce made with charred tomatillos, fresh herbs, and aromatic spices. This unique fusion combines the tanginess of tomatillos with traditional chermoula ingredients for a versatile condiment.

6 servings

26 min

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

•2 pounds small tomatillos, husks removed, rinsed
•2 tablespoons olive oil
•1 teaspoon Kosher salt
•1 piece ginger
•1 whole jalapeño
•3 cloves garlic
•2 cups coarsely chopped cilantro
•1 teaspoon ground cumin

Cooking Instructions

1.
Prepare a grill for medium heat. Toss tomatillos on a rimmed baking sheet with 2 Tbsp. oil; season with salt. Grill, turning occasionally, until flesh is jammy and skins are blackened and blistered, 15-20 minutes. Transfer to a sieve set over a bowl and let cool; discard liquid that has drained off into bowl.
20 min
2.
Process tomatillos, ginger, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, cumin, and remaining 1/3 cup oil until smooth; season with salt.
5 min
3.
Chermoula can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
1 min