Salmon Tacos with Mango Salsa
Brighten your next meal with these vibrant and flavorful Salmon Tacos with Mango Salsa. Offering a delightful balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy elements, this recipe is quick to prepare, taking less than 30 minutes. Perfect for dinner, gatherings, or parties, it delivers both taste and ease.
Ingredients
- For the salmon marinade:
- ½ whole salmon fillet
- 1 lime juiced
- 3 tbsp ancho and chipotle powder
- 2 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp marjoram
- Salt to taste
- A pinch of black pepper
- For the mango salsa:
- 1 large mango diced
- 1 avocado diced
- ½ to 1 red bell pepper diced
- 3 jalapenos chopped
- ½ red onion diced
- Fresh cilantro to taste
- 1 lime juiced
- Olive oil a drizzle
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For serving:
- 12 tortillas
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (225°C).
- In a bowl, combine the ancho and chipotle powder, paprika, garlic powder, marjoram, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Mix well to create a thick paste.
- Rub the spice paste generously over the flesh of the salmon fillet, ensuring it is fully coated. Lightly grease an oven rack and place the salmon skin-side down. Grill for 8 to 12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
- While the salmon is grilling, prepare the mango salsa. Peel and dice the mango and avocado, then chop the red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapenos. Combine these ingredients in a medium-sized bowl.
- Season the salsa with lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Optionally, add cilantro at this stage, or wait until serving.
- In a pan, lightly oil and heat the tortillas for a few minutes on each side until warmed and slightly crisped.
- To serve, fill the tortillas with pieces of salmon and top with the prepared mango salsa. Garnish with sour cream for added creaminess.
Notes
Salmon Cooking Tip: To avoid overcooking, monitor the salmon closely while grilling. Overcooked salmon can become dry, so aim for a tender, flaky texture.
Mango Salsa Tip: Use firm, ripe mangoes and avocados for the best texture in the salsa. Avoid using overly ripe fruit, as it may become mushy and difficult to chop.
Alternative Ingredients: If mango is unavailable or not to your taste, consider using pineapple as a sweet alternative in the salsa. Additionally, feel free to substitute the salmon with your preferred fish, or even chicken or shrimp.
Mango Salsa Tip: Use firm, ripe mangoes and avocados for the best texture in the salsa. Avoid using overly ripe fruit, as it may become mushy and difficult to chop.
Alternative Ingredients: If mango is unavailable or not to your taste, consider using pineapple as a sweet alternative in the salsa. Additionally, feel free to substitute the salmon with your preferred fish, or even chicken or shrimp.