A mango twist on salsa

Oh mango, mango, mango... this tropical fruit, well rounded and versatile, is unequivocally thriving in any environment : salads & bowls, sorbets & ice cream, drinks & mocktails, tarts & crisps, chutneys & jams, and even sushis!

Wether it plays a small role or a main character, the mango truly knows how to be a star.

And may I present to you, the next Oscar nominee. For its sweet and juicy performance in the self titled recipe Mango Salsa, Tommy Mango!

I would definitely cast my vote for Tommy after tasting this tangy mango salsa. I am still speechless! Oh wait a minute...

On every occasion that a crispy tortilla chip enters my mouth, smothered in melting sweetness that are these golden nuggets, the locked up fantasies come bursting their way out of my sphenoids and I am suddenly roasting my extra virgin olive skin, limbs widespread on the sandy beach of an oceanside villa in Puerto Galera.

Turns out I did have the words for it.

I swear this salsa is life changing.

Especially when you live in Quebec. And it's January. If you know, you know. But honestly, you are better off not knowing. I'm kidding, it's not THAT bad.

Seriously though, this mango salsa will blow your tastebuds. And yes, you might want to book an all-inclusive down south after experiencing the freshness of this chunky dip.

Disclaimer : I, Killed by Carrots, am in no way responsible for marital issues stemming from lack of communication (i.e., information withheld by or from the other party regarding the purchase of an "all-inclusive vacation" leading to financial debt or deficit).

What makes this salsa so lusciously fresh you ask?

Perhaps Mango would not stand a chance here if it was not for Garden Mint and Zesty Lime.

Sweet mint varieties, such as spearmint and Egyptian mint, bare a delicate flavour reminescent of citrus and slight herbaceous notes. Paired with the sharpness of lime juice, these ingredients are the contrasting key in this recipe.

Are you ready for this twisted salsa?

I knew you would say yes, so I wrote down the recipe. Just for you.

Mango salsa, with a kick

What you will need :

• 1-2 red mango (Tommy, Kent, Ataulfo, Haden...)
• 1 tbsp fresh (sweet) mint
• 1 tbsp fresh cilantro (omit if you hate it, I don't really care)
• 1 tbsp green onion (red onion or dry shallot also work)
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp chili garlic sauce (I use Huy Fong's)
• 1 pinch salt

How to make it :

1. First things first, the mango needs to be cubed, diced, chopped up into small pieces. If you have Ataulfo on hand, make sure it has a friend since they usually bear less meat than others. You want to aim for 1 1/4 cup of juicy cubes.
2. Take a few mint leaves, roll them into a clump and finely chop away until you get about 1 tablespoon of minty goodness.
3. Skip this step if cilantro is your worst enemy. Pluck a bouquet of cilantro leaves, roll them into a clump and finely chop away until you get about 1 tablespoon of soapy goodness.
4. Grab your preferred onion and do not settle for less than hashing. You need 1 tablespoon of your hashing efforts.
5. Take out that dusty glass jar from your cupboard and cram all of the pieces of ingredients you just cut.
6. Pour in the 1 tablespoon of lime juice you just squeezed out of the, well you guessed it, lime. Dump 1 teaspoon of chili garlic sauce to make it spicey (or more if you want it spiceyyy) and sprinkle a pinch of salt to make it sparkle.
7. It's time to shake shake shake! Serve with crispy tortilla chips or baked pita strips.

Other ways to pleasure your wild adventurous side...

Instead of dicing the mango, carefully sever the plump flesh into thin but hearty slices and experience it in various dishes :

• Spring rolls & bowls. Along with vermicelli, baked tofu, spiralised carrot, sliced cucumber and bell pepper, drowned with peanut sauce to make a refreshing summer dish.
• Sushis. Roll with fried tofu, avocado and cucumber slices.
• Nachos. Topped with arugula pest0 faux-chicken, sautéed mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, kalamata olives, Daiya's Mexican 4 cheeze.
• Sticky coconut rice. A spicy twist on this delicious dessert.
• Ice cream. Vanilla or coconut flavored. Try it before you diss it.

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