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General Produce
Tomatillos
Common Packs:
5-, 10-, and 40-lb. bulk cartons
Receiving Inspecting:
Good quality tomatillos should be firm and dry with clean, close-fitting husks. Avoid soft tomatillos or those that exhibit black discoloration or mold.
Storage Handling:
Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)
- 45-50° F/7-10° C
- 85-95% relative humidity
Shelf-Life:
15 to 21 days.
Troubleshooting:
Pitting, discoloration, and increased decay are all indications of chill injury; do not store below 45° F/7° C.
Usage Ideas:
- Roast husked tomatillos with sliced onions, garlic, and pork shoulder; when tender, serve meat with soft vegetables over top.
- Grill tomatillos until charred; peel skins and purée with roasted Serrano chiles, white onion, cumin, brown sugar, and cilantro; serve this salsa with Mexican entrées.
Seasonal Availability:
Major production areas include California and Mexico.
Nutritional Information
Serving Size 1/2 cup tomatillos (66g) grams
Calories 20
%Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0g0%
Sodium 0g0%
Total Carbohydrate 4g1%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 3g
Includes 0g Added Sugars0%
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 5mg0%
Iron 0.41mg2%
Potassium 180mg4%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.