Apples with Tajin and Chamoy

These apples with Tajin and Chamoy are crunchy, spicy, salty and tangy all at the same time! 

If you’ve been looking for a quick and easy snack to tickle your taste buds, or just want to use those extra apples and turn them into something fancy, this is the recipe to check out.

Last year was all about experimenting with making seasonings and spice mixes from scratch, and after quite a bit of trial and error, I managed to perfect my homemade Tajin seasoning mix. 

And of course, one thing led to another, and I ended up trying a whole bunch of Mexican inspired recipes featuring Tajin. 

From fruity mango con Tajin and watermelon Tajin salad to healthy Tajin nuts and Air Fryer Tajin chickpeas, I’ve tried a lot of Tajin inspired recipes. 

Apples: Use fresh, ripe apples, ideally ones that don’t have any soft spots or blemishes on their surface. All kinds of apples work well for this recipe- I used a mix of red and green apples here for that nice bit of color. 

Chamoy sauce: For that thick, luscious deliciousness and that kick of heat. I used my homemade Chamoy sauce here. 

Lime juice: I used fresh lime juice to help keep the apple slices from browning, and also for that nice bit of citrusy tanginess it brings. 

Tajin seasoning: I used my homemade Tajin seasoning mix here. It’s incredibly easy to make and needs just a few simple ingredients. Feel free to use the store-bought version if that’s what you have at hand. 

Substitutions & Variations

• Don’t have Chamoy sauce? Use your favorite hot sauce or some Sriracha instead. Just remember to start with a little, as it can be quite spicy. 
• To balance the heat from the hot sauce, mix a bit of honey or some brown sugar with it. 
• Don’t have lime juice? Lemon juice works well too! 

How to Store Leftover Tajin Apples

Got some leftovers? Transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate them for no more than 2 days. 

Apples can start to get watery and mushy if stored beyond a day or two, so keep that in mind. 

I would recommend chopping up the leftover apples into smaller chunks, and teaming them up with another fruit like kiwi or watermelon along with some jalapenos, red onions and fresh cilantro to turn it into a delicious Mexican salsa. 

Tips & Tricks to Nail the Recipe

• Make sure you cut the apples into even slices for the best balance of crunch, flavor and texture.
• Keep the peel on, or peel the apples before you slice them- it all depends on your personal preference. 
• For a bit of extra tangy and citrusy flavor, you can also top the apples with some lime zest. That’s actually exactly what I did when making my cucumber and Tajin salad.  

Serving Ideas & Suggestions

Enjoy these delicious and juicy Tajin apples on their own as a healthy snack whenever you’re hit by a hunger pang. 

If you’re making these for a get-together or party you’re hosting, team them up with other snacks like Tajin popcorn, avocado pico de gallo or cucumber pico de gallo, some nachos and some spicy jalapeno poppers.