Tomatillos

Question

Can you pick smaller fruits and will they ripen inside the house like a tomato? I picked all the fruits due to danger of frost and are they ok to eat if not fully grown? Thanks.

Answer 1

Yes, they are safe to eat. Slightly unripe, green tomatillos are preferred for Mexican salsa verde, since they have a more tangy flavor. Very unripe ones may not be tasty but they may ripen further if you place them in a paper bag for a few days.