Mango Habanero Salsa (Printable Version)

Juicy mango, habanero, red onion and lime tossed with cilantro for a bright, spicy salsa ideal for chips, tacos or grilled fish.

# Components:

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01 - 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted and diced — about 2 cups
02 - 1 small red onion, finely diced — about 1/2 cup
03 - 1–2 habanero peppers, seeded and finely minced
04 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
06 - 1 lime, juiced — about 2 tablespoons
07 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
08 - 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Preparation steps:

01 - Peel, pit and dice the mangoes; finely dice the red onion and red bell pepper; seed and mince the habanero(s); mince the garlic and chop the cilantro.
02 - Place the diced mango, red onion, red bell pepper, minced habanero, chopped cilantro and garlic in a medium mixing bowl.
03 - Add the lime juice, salt and black pepper to the bowl and gently fold until evenly combined.
04 - Taste and adjust acidity, seasoning or heat—add more lime for brightness, salt for balance or additional habanero for heat.
05 - Let the mixture rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
06 - Serve immediately with chips or alongside grilled proteins, or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • There’s an unforgettable kick from the habanero, but the mango keeps things playful instead of too fiery.
  • The colors and freshness will make even a simple bowl of chips feel like a party.
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  • Don’t touch your eyes after handling habanero — learned that lesson after the first batch, trust me.
  • Letting the salsa sit before serving lets the lime and fruit really marry; skipping this step means missing some magic.
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  • Gloves make prepping habanero stress-free, and washing your knife right after is a lifesaver.
  • Chilling the salsa for thirty minutes brings the flavors closer together and tames the heat just a touch.
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