Dip made from tomatillos

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Cracking the Code: A Spicy Green Clue

This week’s crossword puzzle threw me for a loop. A seemingly simple clue, yet it left me staring blankly at the grid. “Dip made from tomatillos,” it read. Simple enough, right? But as I wrestled with the constraints of the grid, my mind raced through a dizzying array of possible answers.

Salsa? Too broad. Guacamole? Wrong fruit. My brain felt like a tangled mess of tomatillos and spices, unable to settle on the perfect word. I even resorted to frantically googling “tomatillo dip” – but even that wasn’t helping.

But then, a flash of inspiration! I recalled a dish I’d enjoyed at a local Mexican restaurant, a vibrant green concoction that was tangy, spicy, and oh-so-delicious. Could this be it? The answer to the elusive clue?

My fingers danced across the keyboard as I typed in the possible answer, a surge of triumph washing over me as the letters filled in the grid. Ah, the satisfaction of a solved crossword puzzle!

While I won’t give away the answer just yet (gotta keep the fun going, right?), let me tell you – this clue is a real head-scratcher. It’s a great example of how even the simplest clue can lead to a challenging word puzzle.

So, are you ready to tackle this tasty clue? Put on your thinking cap, grab a cup of coffee, and see if you can crack the code!

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Don’t forget to share your answers and any interesting insights you uncover in the comments below!

Dip made from tomatillos

Available Answers:

GREEN SALSA.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: NY Times Crossword 28 Jul 24, Sunday