Spicy Mango with Tajin (Mango Con Tajin)
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This snack is super fun to eat, and is an absolute must try when you’ve got some fresh mangoes at hand. Also try my Tajin strawberries if you want to try this with other fruits!
For this recipe, I used a sprinkle of Tajín seasoning which I made from scratch, but you can totally opt for the store-bought version too- you should be able to find it at most food specialty stores near you.
Some versions of this spicy mango with Tajin call for the use of some spicy Chamoy sauce to be added in as well, and if you have it at hand, you can use it too.
Quick Look: Mango con Tajin
- 🔪Prep time: 5 minutes.
- ⏲️Cook time: 0 minutes.
- 👪 Servings: 1 servings.
- 📋Main ingredients: Mango, Tajin seasoning.
- ♨️Cooking method: Chop mango 🡢 sprinkle Tajin seasoning 🡢 serve immediately or refrigerate.
- ⭐Difficulty: Very easy.
- 🥣Serving ideas: Pair with Mexican appetizers and snacks like Texas toothpicks and Texas caviar, or serve alongside some Tajin shrimp tacos.
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What's So Great About the Recipe?
- My favorite part about this recipe is the fact that it is a complete riot of flavors, and yet, so effortless to put together. Plus, the Tajin seasoning is super versatile- you can team it up with so many of your favorite snacks and even use it as a marinade or rub for your meats and other grilled foods.
- I used it to make a simple cucumber con Tajin salad and even some roasted Tajin chickpeas to enjoy as a quick snack.
Recipe Ingredients
Mangoes: I used fresh, ripe mangoes for this recipe. The idea is to opt for a sweeter mango variant to help contrast the spice from the Tajin seasoning.
Tajin seasoning: I used my homemade Tajin spice blend here. Feel free to use the packaged, store-bought version.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- I used fresh mango chunks for this recipe, but you can also try making this with frozen mango chunks.
- Another great idea to bring in some variation without too much effort is to cut the mango fruit into slices.
- You can also cut or slice some watermelon or any other juicy fruit of your choice and sprinkle some Tajin over it. I actually made a nice watermelon and Tajin salad sometime back, and it was a HUGE hit.
Loving this recipe? Also try my roasted Tajin nuts and seeds and crunchy Tajin nuts, which are great to enjoy as a on-the-go snack.
How to Make Mango Con Tajin
Step 1: In a bowl, mix together all the other ingredients for the Tajin seasoning.
Step 2: Sprinkle some of the Tajin over your mango and serve immediately or refrigerate for about an hour.
💭Top Tip
Make sure you choose large and meaty mangoes to make this spicy mango with
Tips & Tricks to Nail the Recipe
- If you have some leftover mango slices that you want to enjoy in a different way, you can quickly try a nice Mangonada recipe (Mexican mango drink) or make some Paletas (Mexican ice cream) using the mango mixture.
- Another great idea is to make refreshing mango sorbet by adding the mango meat to a blender and blending it together.
- I love using the mangos to make my classic mango Lassi and mango Shrikhand- you should absolutely try them if you like Indian food.
- You can also make mango frozen fruit bars using your leftovers. All you need to do is throw the chunks in a food processor or a blender and blend until smooth. You can then top the bars with some chile-lime salt too!
How to Serve Spicy Mango with Tajin
I love serving these sweet and spicy mangoes with some homemade Chamoy sauce to amp up the flavors. That's actually exactly what I did when making apples with Tajin and Chamoy.
You can also team it up with some tamarind candy if you really love the citrusy, tangy flavors. I love making this for summer parties and BBQs, and almost always pair it with my spicy Pepinadas.
Troubleshooting & FAQs
You totally can! Remember that the dried fruit will have a different taste, and won’t be as much of a filling snack as your fresh mangoes will, but this variation can still be a nice and tangy treat worth trying out.
If you have some more mangoes leftover, you can use them to make a refreshing mango Pico de Gallo or a creamy mango salad dressing or even some mango curd if you want to.
Your leftover mango con Tajin can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Make sure you use a clean, airtight container to store it.
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Spicy Mango with Tajin (Mango Con Tajin)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon Guajillo chilli
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon cayenne
- 1 teaspoon lime powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 mango
Instructions
- First, start by slicing or chopping the fresh mango as per your personal preference.
- In a bowl, mix together all the other ingredients for the Tajin seasoning.
- Sprinkle some of the Tajin over your mango and serve immediately or refrigerate for about an hour.
Notes
- I used fresh mango chunks for this recipe, but you can also try making this with frozen mango chunks.
- You can also make mango frozen fruit bars using your leftovers. All you need to do is throw the chunks in a food processor or a blender and blend until smooth. You can then top the bars with some chile-lime salt too
