This Mango Tomatillo Salsa is a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and smoky flavors. The natural sweetness of ripe mangoes cuts through the acidity of the tomatillos, while roasted ancho chiles add a deep, earthy warmth. Roasted garlic and fresh cilantro bring aromatic depth, making this dip ideal for fish tacos, grilled chicken, or simply with tortilla chips. It’s a refreshing yet complex condiment that elevates any meal. The texture is chunky and fresh, offering a delightful contrast with every bite. Serve it chilled for the best flavor melding.
Mango Tomatillo Salsa
Description
This Mango Tomatillo Salsa is a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and smoky flavors. The natural sweetness of ripe mangoes cuts through the acidity of the tomatillos, while roasted ancho chiles add a deep, earthy warmth. Roasted garlic and fresh cilantro bring aromatic depth, making this dip ideal for fish tacos, grilled chicken, or simply with tortilla chips. It&# 226;ÂÂs a refreshing yet complex condiment that elevates any meal. The texture is chunky and fresh, offering a delightful contrast with every bite. Serve it chilled for the best flavor melding.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 400ðF (200ðC). Place ancho chiles and garlic cloves on a baking sheet.
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Roast chiles until puffed and fragrant, about 10-15 minutes. Roast garlic until soft and golden, about 30-40 minutes.
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Peel skin from roasted chiles. Remove stems and seeds if you prefer less heat; keep seeds for more spice.
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Peel roasted garlic cloves and mash into a paste.
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Hull and dice the tomatillos. Dice the white onion and mangoes.
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In a large bowl, combine diced mangoes, tomatillos, and onions.
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Add the mashed garlic, crumbled roasted chiles, and juice from two limes.
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Stir in 1 tablespoon of vinegar and chopped cilantro.
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Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 543.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10.6g17%
- Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
- Cholesterol 102.0mg34%
- Sodium 2039.7mg85%
- Total Carbohydrate 78.0g26%
- Dietary Fiber 6.9g28%
- Sugars 23.9g
- Protein 40.3g81%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For a smoother salsa, blend the mixture briefly in a food processor.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
If fresh ancho chiles are unavailable, you can use dried ones; soak in hot water for 15 minutes before draining and chopping.
Adjust lime juice to taste depending on the sweetness of the mangoes.