Green Salsa
["12 fresh tomatillos", "1/2 c. minced shallots", "1 clove garlic, minced", "2 Tbsp. minced fresh cilantro", "1 serrano chile, stemmed, seeded and chopped", "2 tsp. lime juice", "salt to taste"]
["Remove husks from tomatillos.", "Wash well and wipe dry.", "Place tomatillos in a heavy saute pot or skillet over medium heat.", "Cook, shaking pan, for about 5 minutes or until skin begins to burst. Immediately remove from heat.", "Cut tomatillos into pieces.", "Combine tomatillos with remaining ingredients in a food processor fitted with a metal blade.", "Process, using quick on-and-off turns, until just chopped.", "Do not puree.", "Taste and adjust seasonings.", "If salsa is bitter, add maple syrup, 1 teaspoon at a time, until desired flavor is achieved.", "Makes about 2 cups."]
["fresh tomatillos", "shallots", "clove garlic", "fresh cilantro", "serrano chile", "lime juice", "salt"]