Have you ever tried this spicy Mango With Chili Powder recipe? It's a quick and flavorful treat with just four simple ingredients. The tangy lime perfectly balances the chili powder's heat while enhancing the mango's natural flavors.
When mango season begins, my first recipe is mango with chili powder. Mangoes have a vibrant color, juicy texture, rich taste, and need no elaborate preparation. Just a sprinkle of spices, and you’ll relish every bite!
This recipe is the homemade version of the popular Mexican street food.
Plus, it’s perfect for a midday snack, party appetizer, or refreshing treat! No wonder this simple yet flavorful combination, and this mango juice, is a beloved street food in many tropical countries.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
⭐️Simple Ingredients.
⭐️Quick & easy, a hassle-free recipe ready in minutes;
⭐️Brings tropical street food's bold, delicious flavors to your kitchen.
Ingredients
- Mango: Choose a firm mango for the best texture. Test by pressing it with your fingers—it should feel firm but not rock-hard or too soft.
- Chili powder: Chili powder has many varieties, ranging from mild to extra hot. Choose your favorite type or make your own by blending paprika, cayenne pepper, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano.
- Fresh lime juice: adds a citrusy note with a refreshing tang.\
How To Make Mango With Chili Powder
- Cut the mango into wedges and arrange them on a serving plate.
- Sprinkle chili powder and salt, drizzle lime juice, and serve immediately.
♨️How To Adjust The Heat Level
- You can make this mango with chili powder with mild to medium heat.
- Sprinkle chili powder according to your spice tolerance.
- Add cayenne or red pepper flakes to increase the heat for an extra kick.
- If the mango turns out too spicy after serving, rinse the pieces under running water to remove the excess spice. Then, pat them dry with a kitchen towel and sprinkle lesser seasoning.
Serving Ideas
- Midday Snack: This tasty, spicy fruit snack is perfect for midday cravings. It’s a refreshing and wholesome alternative to fancy, store-bought processed snacks.
- Appetizer at a Party: While fruits are often served as desserts, this Mexican-style mango with chili powder makes a fantastic starter. It’s the perfect finger food for a party or potluck—your guests will love it!
The Leftovers
Fresh fruits are always best enjoyed immediately after cutting. Mangoes begin to lose their freshness and vibrant flavors with every passing hour. The sooner you serve them, the more you can enjoy their natural goodness.
However, if the mango is firm, you can refrigerate to extend its freshness. While there are no strict rules, depending on the fruit's ripeness, it may stay suitable for anywhere from 6 hours to a day. Firmer mangoes tend to last longer than fully ripe ones.
FAQ
Choose firm mangoes that hold their shape for the best results, such as Tommy Atkins, Kent, Haden, or slightly unripe mangoes. These varieties balance sweetness and tanginess, making them perfect for pairing with chili powder.
The mango should be ripe but not overripe. It should have a sweet aroma and a firm texture. Overripe mangoes can be too soft and overly sweet, making them less ideal for this recipe.
I've tried many spices, but my favorite is tajín, a Mexican seasoning blend. For a unique twist, you can also experiment with cumin powder, black pepper, or paprika.
Lime juice adds acidity, enhancing the mango’s sweetness and balancing the heat from the chili powder. It’s optional—feel free to skip it if you prefer.
Yes! This method works great with pineapple, watermelon, guava, and apples. The combination of fruit, spice, and acidity creates a bold and refreshing flavor.
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📖 Recipe
Mango With Chili Powder
Ingredients
- 2 mango
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ⅙ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- Cut the mango into wedges.
- Arrange them over the serving plate.
- Sprinkle chili powder and salt.
- The drizzle lime juice.
- And serve immediately.
Notes
- For the best texture and balance of sweetness and tanginess, use firm mangoes like Tommy Atkins, Kent, or Haden.
- Adjust the spice levels by varying the amount of chili powder or adding cayenne for extra heat. If the mixture is too spicy, rinse the mango pieces under water and pat dry.
- Lime juice enhances the sweetness and balances the heat, but it's optional if you prefer a more straightforward flavor.
- Mangoes are best enjoyed fresh, but firm ones can be refrigerated for up to a day. Avoid storing overly ripe mangoes, as they become too soft.
Tammy says
So yummy!! Grabbed a green mango from the store today and made this up - SO delicious! I'll have to go grab more tomorrow!
Sujatha Muralidhar says
Thanks Tammy, its my favorite too. Happy to hear that you liked this version.