Substitute green tomatoes for tomatillos

Sylvia H. (Q&A ID 8634)

An early frost left me with an abundance of green tomatoes. I see many recipes using tomatillos. Can I use green tomatoes instead?

Lynn C. (Q&A ID 662)

Hi Sylvia - For the most part, yes, you can substitute green tomatoes for tomatillos. Tomatillos are a little more "lemon-y" in flavor than green tomatoes but in most recipes we think you won't notice the subtle differences. Go for it! Best, The Milk Street Team