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Canning tomatillos is actually quite easy and fun to do. Plus it’s a convenient way to keep them on hand whenever you need them in your recipes.
Use the fruits fresh from your garden, or stock up from the farmer’s market or grocery store. They’re great for making salsa, adding to your recipes, or cooking sauces like salsa verde.
In this step by step guide, I’m going to show you exactly how to can your own tomatillos, including packing, process, and storage tips too.
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I get asked by gardeners all the time if tomatillos can be canned, and the answer is yes.
It’s surprisingly easy to do, and doesn’t take much time. Plus you can use either a boiling water bath or a pressure canner, so you don’t need to buy any special equipment.
To prepare your tomatillos for canning you will need to first remove the papery outer husks and stems. Then rinse them to remove any dirt or debris.
It’s best to leave them whole, so don’t cut them up or remove the seeds. However, because their skin is tough, you should puncture them with a knife to prevent them from bursting during processing.
Piercing the skin is an optional step, but will ensure your canned tomatillos stay whole and look their best inside the jars.
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The best method to use for canning tomatillos is to hot pack them. This will soften them up and create the ideal texture. I do not recommend raw packing them, because they will end up being too hard.
To hot pack all you need to do is blanch the tomatillos in boiling water for about 5-6 minutes before canning them.
You’ll know they are ready when they lose their bright green color. Then you can place them in the jars and pour hot water over the top.
Instead of boiling them, you could
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