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tomatillo
[toh-muh-tee-oh, -teel-yoh]
noun
plural
tomatilloes, tomatillosa plant, Physalis ixocarpa, of the nightshade family, native to Mexico, having yellow flowers with five blackish spots in the throat and bluish, sticky berries in a purple-veined calyx.
tomatillo
/ tɒməˈtɪləʊ, -ˈtiːjəʊ /
noun
a solanaceous plant, Physalis ixocarpa , of South America
Also called: green tomato.the greenish-purple fruit of this plant that is a staple in Mexican cuisine
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of tomatillo1
Example Sentences
Nawab highlights the contrast between the “fiery serrano chiles” and ingredients like tomatillos, juxtaposed with the earthy flavors and rich texture of the nuts, which balance beautifully.
And true to their nature, the Trigos also are offering a few companion plants, such as tomatillos, basil and Persian cucumbers.
Canned tomatillos make the prep go quickly, but be sure to crush and drain them in a strainer over a bowl before using them.
It includes breakfast sandwiches with slight uplifts - one comes with avocado and tomatillo along with egg and sausage - desserts such as filled donut-like pastries called McPops, and snacks including pretzel bites.
Add the toasted pasilla chiles, tomatillos, onion, garlic, chicken broth, piloncillo, the remaining teaspoon salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
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