This Mango and Avocado Tacos recipe is a celebration of freshness and color. The combination of juicy mango, creamy avocado, cherry tomatoes, and red onions creates a harmonious mix of textures and flavors.
1jalapeño pepperor serrano, Anaheim, poblano, red pepper, finely chopped (adjust according to your heat tolerance)
1bunch fresh cilantrochopped
Juice of 2 limes
Salt and pepperto taste
1tablespoonolive oil
For the homemade hot sauce
3jalapeño or serrano peppers(or other peppers according to your heat tolerance)
1garlic cloveminced
1/2onionfinely chopped
1tomatodiced
2tablespoonswhite vinegar
1tablespoonlime juice
1teaspoonsugar
1/2teaspoonsalt
2tablespoonsolive oil
60mlwater(or more, depending on desired consistency)
Fresh cilantrochopped (optional)
Optional Garnishes:
Lettuce leaves
Vegan sour cream
Radish slices
Lime wedges
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Instructions
Instructions for the Hot Sauce:
Prepare the peppers: if you prefer a milder sauce, remove the seeds and white membranes from the peppers. Otherwise, leave them for more heat. Finely chop the peppers.
Heat the oil: in a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the peppers and tomato: add the chopped peppers and diced tomato to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until the tomatoes start to break down.
Add the liquids and seasonings: add the white vinegar, lime juice, sugar, salt, and water. Mix well and let simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
Blend the sauce: remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool slightly. Pour the mixture into a blender and blend until smooth. Add more water if the sauce is too thick.
Adjust the seasoning: taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt, sugar, or vinegar if needed. Add fresh chopped cilantro if desired.
Serve: transfer the sauce to a bowl or jar and let it cool completely before serving. This sauce keeps well in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Instructions for the Tacos:
Prepare the mango and avocado salsa:
In a large bowl, mix the diced mango, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, and finely chopped pepper (jalapeño or substitute).
Add the lime juice, olive oil, and chopped fresh cilantro. Gently mix to avoid mashing the avocado.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Heat the tortillas:
Heat the corn tortillas in a hot skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and slightly browned.
You can also warm them in the microwave or wrap them in aluminum foil and place them in the oven.
Assemble the tacos:
Place the warm corn tortillas on a plate.
Distribute the mango and avocado salsa in the center of each tortilla.
Add optional garnishes to your liking, such as lettuce leaves, vegan sour cream, hot sauce, radish slices, and lime wedges.
Fold each tortilla in half to form an open taco.
Serve the tacos immediately, garnished with extra fresh cilantro if desired, and accompanied by lime wedges to add a touch of freshness.