Tangy Tomatillo-Cumin Salsa

• HEALTHY
• MAKE-AHEAD
• VEGETARIAN

Ingredients

1. 1 pound tomatillos, husked and cored
2. 1 small onion, coarsely chopped
3. 3 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
4. 1 jalapeño, stemmed and halved
5. 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
6. 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
7. 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
8. Salt

1. In a large saucepan, cover the tomatillos, onion, garlic and jalapeño with water. Bring to a boil and simmer until the tomatillos lose their bright green color, 8 minutes. Drain, transfer to a blender and let cool.
2. In a small, dry skillet, toast the cumin seeds over moderate heat until fragrant, shaking the pan, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a spice grinder and let cool slightly.
3. Grind the cumin to a powder and add it to the blender along with the cilantro and sugar; puree until smooth. Season the salsa with salt and serve chilled.