Tomatillo Sauce

From Rick Bayless, 'Authentic Mexican.' There's nothing like a good, fresh tomatillo sauce! Great on grilled chicken! If you want a really hot salsa, don't seed the jalapenos!

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 3
• Yields: 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

• 6  tomatillos, husked and rinsed or 1 (13 ounce) can  tomatillos
• 1  jalapeno, seeded and chopped
• 6  sprigs cilantro, chopped
• 1⁄2 small  white onion, chopped
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 cup water

Directions

1. If using fresh tomatillos, boil in salted water to cover until JUST tender, about 8-10 minutes. Drain. For canned ones, just drain them.
2. Place the tomatillos, cilantro, and onion in a blender or processor. Blend until coarsely pureed.
3. Put in a bowl, and add 1/4 cup water or until it has reached a sauce-like consistency. Add salt, and let stand 30 minutes before using.