Tomatillo
- A small, spherical, and typically green fruit of the plant Physalis philadelphica, native to Mexico and Central America, which is enclosed in a papery husk. It is commonly used in Mexican cuisine, particularly in sauces and salsas. nounThe tomatillo is a key ingredient in making authentic salsa verde.When ripe, the tomatillo's husk turns brown and the fruit inside becomes slightly yellow.
- The plant that bears the tomatillo fruit, belonging to the nightshade family, Solanaceae. It is similar in appearance to a tomato plant but produces fruit that is encased in a husk. nounTomatillo plants thrive in warm climates and require full sun to produce fruit.Gardeners often plant tomatillos alongside tomatoes to attract beneficial insects.